Understanding how listeners affect speech and voice control in communication.
Articulatory and prosodic sensorimotor adaptation in speaker-listener interactions
This study looks at how changes in what we hear while speaking can affect how we talk, especially when we're chatting with someone else, and it's designed for anyone interested in understanding speech and voice challenges better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University (Charles River Campus) NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11055391 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how altered auditory feedback influences speech motor control during interactions between speakers and listeners. It focuses on the adaptation of articulatory and prosodic features, which are essential for effective communication. By examining how listeners impact a speaker's articulation and prosody, the study aims to uncover the mechanisms behind speech and voice impairments. The methodology involves analyzing speech production in real-time interactions rather than in isolation, providing a more comprehensive understanding of communication dynamics.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults over 21 who experience communication disorders affecting their speech and voice.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have communication impairments or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions for individuals with speech and voice impairments.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using altered auditory feedback to study speech motor control, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University (Charles River Campus) — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dahl, Kimberly — Boston University (Charles River Campus)
- Study coordinator: Dahl, Kimberly
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.