Effects of early childhood ear infections on listening skills
Official title: Functional Consequences of Early Childhood Otitis Media
Funded at University of Texas at Austin · NIH-10858990 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how ear infections in young kids can impact their listening and communication skills as they grow, helping us understand the long-term effects and support their development better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project start | August 8, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $586,022 |
| NIH project number | 1R01DC021702-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10858990 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who have experienced otitis media.
✕Less likely to help
Children who have not had otitis media or those with other significant developmental disorders may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how early childhood otitis media (ear infections) affects the development of listening and communication skills in young children. By following children over time, the study aims to understand the long-term impacts of these infections on auditory perception and cognitive abilities. The researchers will use various experimental measures to assess children's listening skills and track their development after the infections have resolved. This approach includes analyzing factors such as hearing history and cognitive development to create a comprehensive model of listening growth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for children affected by ear infections, enhancing their listening and communication skills.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that auditory deprivation can significantly impact development, suggesting that this study's approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas at Austin
Austin, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mishra, Srikanta — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Mishra, Srikanta
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.