Training future scientists in understanding hearing and communication through computational methods
Cross-disciplinary training in computational approaches to the neuroscience of audition and communication
This program is designed to help future scientists and engineers learn how our brains process hearing and communication, so they can better understand both normal hearing and hearing disorders.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10848851 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This training program aims to equip the next generation of neuroscientists and neuroengineers with the skills needed to explore the neuroscience of hearing and communication. Participants will engage in a cross-disciplinary approach, combining experimental neuroscience with computational modeling to better understand sensory processing. The program emphasizes collaboration and integrates diverse techniques, preparing students to become independent researchers capable of making significant contributions to the field. By focusing on both normal and disordered auditory functions, the training will help advance knowledge in communication sciences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with hearing impairments or communication disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to auditory processing or communication may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of communication disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using computational approaches to enhance understanding of auditory and communication systems, indicating a promising avenue for future advancements.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cohen, Yale E — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Cohen, Yale 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.