Understanding how seeing a speaker's face affects listening effort for people with hearing loss
Listening Effort and Gaze Strategies During Audiovisual Speech Perception
['FUNDING_R21'] · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · NIH-10994158
This study looks at how watching a speaker's face can make it easier and less tiring for people with hearing loss, especially those using cochlear implants, to understand conversations, and it aims to find better ways to help them communicate in everyday situations.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10994158 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how visual cues from a speaker's face can reduce listening effort and fatigue for individuals with hearing loss, particularly those using cochlear implants. The study will explore how listeners engage with visual speech cues during real-life conversations, focusing on eye gaze behavior and its relationship to speech perception effort. By examining these dynamics, the research aims to enhance communication strategies for individuals facing challenges in auditory environments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with hearing loss, particularly those using cochlear implants.
Not a fit: Patients with normal hearing or those who do not use cochlear implants may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved communication strategies that enhance the quality of life for individuals with hearing loss.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that visual cues can improve speech intelligibility, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA — MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: FLEMING, JUSTIN TRACY — UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
- Study coordinator: FLEMING, JUSTIN TRACY
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.
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