Understanding how the brain predicts and evaluates speech in people who stutter
Official title: Auditory prediction and error evaluation in the speech of individuals who stutter
Funded at Arizona State University-Tempe Campus · NIH-11001136 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the brain works when people stutter, with the goal of finding better ways to help both kids and adults speak more smoothly.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State University-Tempe Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $535,100 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DC020162-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11001136 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children and adults who experience stuttering and are seeking improved speech fluency.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not stutter or have other speech disorders unrelated to stuttering may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the neural processes involved in stuttering, a speech fluency disorder affecting both children and adults. It aims to identify the specific brain functions that contribute to speech breakdowns and develop targeted interventions to improve fluency. By examining how the brain uses predictions to prepare for speech, the study seeks to enhance existing treatment methods, which often show variable success. The approach combines neural and behavioral strategies to address the challenges faced by individuals who stutter.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for individuals who stutter, improving their communication abilities and overall quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding neural processes related to speech, but this specific approach to stuttering is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
Tempe, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Daliri, Ayoub — Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
- Study coordinator: Daliri, Ayoub
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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.