Understanding how the brain processes complex sounds
Modeling the effects of binaural midbrain coding and efferent gain control on the perception of complex sounds
This study is looking at how our ears and brains work together to understand complicated sounds, and it will help both people with normal hearing and those with hearing loss learn more about how we hear and process sounds in different situations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11086575 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the auditory system encodes complex sounds by developing computational models that can predict auditory processing data from various techniques and species. It aims to integrate multiple aspects of auditory processing, including peripheral filtering and binaural integration, to better understand how masking occurs in complex sounds. The study will focus on both normal-hearing and hearing-impaired listeners, providing insights into how different factors influence sound perception.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with normal hearing and those with hearing impairments who experience difficulties in understanding complex sounds.
Not a fit: Patients with profound hearing loss who do not benefit from auditory processing or assistive devices may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved auditory processing models that enhance the design of assistive hearing devices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in modeling individual stages of auditory processing, but this integrated approach is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Guest, Daniel — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Guest, Daniel
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.