Overview: Purdue University will open the Center for Accessible Precision Hearing Research in Indianapolis to advance precision hearing research and improve access to hearing health.
Key points:
APARC will lead precision hearing research by leveraging innovations such as AI and machine learning to develop personalized treatments for hearing loss. The center provides critical hearing health services to Indiana and beyond, addressing the complexities of untreated hearing loss and its impact on overall health. APARC’s efforts include NIH-funded research to build an open-source platform for accessible hearing data that promotes improved health outcomes in diverse communities.
A new Purdue University facility aimed at reducing the burden of untreated hearing loss is scheduled to open in October 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The Accessible Precision Audiology Research Center (APARC) opens near Purdue University in Indianapolis. The center will be a leader in precision hearing research and an important hearing health access point for communities across Indiana and beyond.
A grand opening event with remarks from Purdue University and 16 tech leaders will be held on October 25, 2024.
The importance of precision audiology
Precision audiology can be thought of as an advanced, personalized assessment of your hearing health. It goes beyond just measuring hearing sensitivity in quiet environments and delves into the intricacies of how the entire auditory system supports real-world communication.
APARC investigates and advances technology to address the complexity of hearing loss and its significant impact on overall health and well-being. By incorporating innovations in machine learning, AI, and open source technologies for mechanistic, accessible precision audiology, APARC takes into account neurological and audiological differences between individuals and provides solutions for everyone. Helps facilitate personalized treatment.
“We are excited to bring cutting-edge hearing research and support to communities across Indiana,” said Michael Heinz, APARC director and associate director of research in the Division of Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences. states. “APARC not only serves as a resource for those seeking professional information about hearing loss, testing, and treatment options, but APARC also leverages the mechanical science we conduct on our West Lafayette campus to characterize individual-specific hearing loss. It also helps convert better testing methods for
The center leverages Purdue’s internationally recognized expertise in audiology (the 8th largest graduate program in the United States), auditory neuroscience, and AI-driven data analysis to advance precision audiology. Masu. APARC’s efforts include developing and testing an open-source platform for accessible hearing research as part of an NIH-funded collaboration with Creare LLC and the University of Pittsburgh. This effort will create a robust data hub for standardized hearing measurements, enabling innovative research and improved health outcomes in both urban and rural communities.
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