Study Details
Improving Hearing for People with Cochlear Implants
(IRB#: IRB_00194529)
This study wants to better understand how adults with cochlear implants benefit from fine timing details in sound to support everyday listening. The study will measure hearing ability not only through listening tests, but also by tracking eye movements. Participants in the study will sit in a quiet room, listen to sounds played through speakers, headphones, and a computer. People will also listen to sounds in more natural environments. Being in the study lasts about 2 to 8 hours per session and requires 1 to 5 sessions over several days. People will be paid for being in the study. Part of this study tests a new artificial-intelligence program that lowers background noise in real time for people with cochlear implants or anyone with hearing difficulties in noisy settings. Some sessions may take place outside the lab in everyday noisy settings, such as a restaurant, to see how well it works in real life.
- All genders
- Over 18 years old
- Healthy Volunteers
- In Person
- Paid
Who can participate?
Gender: All genders
Age: Over 18 years old
Volunteers: Healthy Volunteers
Location: In Person
Inclusion Criteria
- 18 years and older
- Speak English
- Have typical hearing or cochlear implants
- Able to attend in-person visits at the study clinic
Exclusion Criteria
- People with typical hearing who have hearing loss or an ear injury
- People with cochlear implants not compatible with the research processes
Will I be paid for my time?
Yes
IRB#: IRB_00194529
PI: Agudemu Borjigin
Department: COMMUNICATION SCI & DISORDERS
Approval Date: 2026-01-21 07:00:00
Study Categories: Brain Health Studies
Specialties: Audiology, Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery