Understanding how vocal fold behavior affects voice quality perception
Towards Precision Assessment of Dysphonic Speech: From Vocal Fold Physiology to Perception
This study looks at how the way your vocal cords move affects how we hear and understand voice quality, with the goal of finding better ways to diagnose and treat people with voice disorders.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Michigan State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Lansing, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890026 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between vocal fold vibratory behavior and the perception of voice quality during connected speech. It aims to identify how variations in phonation and articulation impact voice disorders, using advanced measurement techniques and machine learning. By analyzing vocal fold behavior across different vowel sounds and speech contexts, the study seeks to provide insights that could enhance diagnostic protocols and treatment strategies for individuals with voice disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing dysphonia or other voice-related disorders.
Not a fit: Patients without any voice disorders or those who do not use their voice regularly may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment options for patients with voice disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of linking vocal physiology to perception is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in understanding voice disorders through physiological assessments.
Where this research is happening
East Lansing, United States
- Michigan State University — East Lansing, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Deliyski, Dimitar D — Michigan State University
- Study coordinator: Deliyski, Dimitar D
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.