How sound and attention affect hearing with cochlear implants
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests how people focus on sounds in noisy situations, comparing those with normal hearing and those with cochlear implants. It aims to better understand how the brain processes sound, which could improve hearing technology.
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Who can take part
- You must be an adult (18 or older).
- You either have normal hearing or have had cochlear implants in both ears for at least a year.
- You speak American English as your native language.
- You have normal or corrected vision (glasses or contacts are fine).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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