Improving hearing tests for newborns using telehealth and artificial intelligence
Improving accessibility, accuracy, and efficiency of auditory evoked response testing using a telehealth and artificial intelligence approach
This study is working to make hearing tests for newborns and young kids easier and more accurate, especially in remote areas, by using smart technology to help doctors check for hearing loss without needing fancy equipment.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Intelligent Hearing Systems NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Miami, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11181788 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the accessibility and accuracy of auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing for newborns and young children, particularly in remote areas. By integrating artificial intelligence with telehealth technology, the project seeks to automate the ABR testing process, making it easier for healthcare providers to diagnose hearing loss without the need for specialized equipment or extensive clinical expertise. The study will utilize a large database of clinical ABR test sessions to refine the AI algorithms, ensuring that the testing is both efficient and reliable for young patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include newborns and young children, particularly those who are unable to undergo traditional behavioral hearing tests.
Not a fit: Patients with established hearing loss who have already received interventions may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve early detection of hearing loss in newborns, leading to timely interventions and better outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using AI for medical diagnostics, suggesting that this approach could lead to significant advancements in hearing loss detection.
Where this research is happening
Miami, United States
- Intelligent Hearing Systems — Miami, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Delgado, Rafael E — Intelligent Hearing Systems
- Study coordinator: Delgado, Rafael E
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.