Speech is one of the most unique features of human existence and communication. The significance and power of speech production cannot be overestimated as it defines who we are, our intentions, hopes, and beliefs. As a result, the neural mechanisms of...
Directing the OtoBiomechanics group in the Eaton-Peabody Laboratories, Dr. Sunil Puria studies fundamental and applied cochlear and middle ear mechanics. His efforts to provide an understanding of auditory mechanisms with mathematical models rooted in...
Our research interests lie in understanding the mechanisms and clinical implications of brain plasticity. Auditory brain plasticity exhibits a fundamental duality, a yin and yang, in that it is both a source and possible solution for various types of...
Dr. Heidi Nakajima’s primary research interests include human auditory mechanics, middle ear prostheses, acoustical stimulation of the cochlea, and the development of diagnostics and treatments for middle and inner ear disease. Her research addresses...
Several long-term research projects in human genetics are ongoing in the Morton laboratory. An overall theme is to apply evolving techniques in molecular cytogenetics to address problems in human cytogenetics; our interests include chromosomal...
The cochlea sends signals to the brain by two types of sensory neurons, and is controlled by two neuronal feedback systems. The Liberman lab studies the neurophysiology and neuroanatomy of all four neuronal pathways in normal and damaged ears. Our work on...
Efferent Auditory Brainstem Circuits
Our laboratory has focused on auditory brainstem circuits that control the middle ear muscle reflexes, one of two major descending systems that provide feedback to the auditory periphery. Collaborating with M. Christian...
Dr. Sharon Kujawa's research is focused on noise-induced and age-related hearing losses, the most common forms of hearing loss seen in adult patients. Her work seeks to clarify how normal inner ear structures and functions are altered by aging and by...
The Koehler Lab focuses on understanding the development and regeneration of sensory organs. Our primary goal is to elucidate how cells from various layers of the developing embryo converge to form a functioning sense organ. We believe such basic...
