Investigating hearing and cognitive effects in people living with HIV/AIDS.
Advancing and applying peripheral and central auditory findings in HIV/AIDS.
This study looks at how living with HIV affects hearing and thinking skills over more than ten years, comparing people with HIV to those without, to help understand how these factors are connected and what might predict changes in cognitive health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Dartmouth College NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hanover, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10873759 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on a cohort of individuals living with HIV and uninfected controls in Tanzania, assessing their hearing abilities and cognitive performance over a span of more than ten years. The study examines how HIV infection and its treatment impact both peripheral and central auditory functions, as well as neurocognitive performance. By utilizing central auditory tests, the research aims to identify potential predictors of cognitive decline in patients, providing valuable insights into the relationship between hearing and cognitive health in the context of HIV/AIDS.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals living with HIV/AIDS and uninfected individuals who are part of the established cohort in Tanzania.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the cohort or those who do not have HIV/AIDS may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved methods for predicting and tracking cognitive decline in individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the relationship between auditory function and cognitive performance in similar populations, indicating that this approach has potential for significant findings.
Where this research is happening
Hanover, United States
- Dartmouth College — Hanover, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buckey, Jay C — Dartmouth College
- Study coordinator: Buckey, Jay C
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.