Understanding how cochlear implant users appreciate music
Music Appreciation after Cochlear Implantation
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA · NIH-10684774
This study is looking at how people with cochlear implants can better enjoy music and whether special training can help them understand speech better, so if you have a cochlear implant and love music, your experiences could really help us find ways to make music more enjoyable for you!
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10684774 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the challenges faced by individuals with cochlear implants in learning to appreciate music. It employs both qualitative methods, such as interviews and focus groups, and quantitative methods, including surveys and auditory assessments, to explore music appreciation and its impact on quality of life. The study aims to identify strategies that can enhance music enjoyment and determine if pitch training can improve speech comprehension for cochlear implant users.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have received cochlear implants and are interested in improving their music listening experience.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have cochlear implants or those who are not interested in music may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the music appreciation and overall quality of life for cochlear implant recipients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the auditory experiences of cochlear implant users can lead to improved strategies for enhancing their quality of life, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Los Angeles, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GOLDSWORTHY, RAYMOND L — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- Study coordinator: GOLDSWORTHY, RAYMOND L
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.