How eye movements affect hearing
Mechanisms of Oculomotor Influences on Hearing
This study is looking at how our eyes and ears work together, especially in people with hearing loss, to see if eye movements can affect what we hear and how we process sounds.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11061881 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between eye movements and hearing, focusing on how these two senses interact at the earliest stages of the auditory pathway. The study will explore the role of specific components in the ear, such as middle ear muscles and outer hair cells, in generating sounds related to eye movements. By using animal models and comparing findings with human patients who have hearing loss, the research aims to uncover the mechanisms behind these interactions and their implications for auditory processing. Patients may gain insights into how their hearing may be affected by eye movements and related dysfunctions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals experiencing age-related hearing loss or dysfunction related to middle ear components.
Not a fit: Patients with hearing loss not related to middle ear muscle or outer hair cell dysfunction may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of hearing mechanisms and lead to improved treatments for hearing loss.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific interactions between eye movements and hearing are novel, related research has shown success in understanding auditory processing mechanisms.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Groh, Jennifer M — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Groh, Jennifer M
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 below.