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Researchers find the 'Acoustic Signature' of Screams
August 21, 2015
A team of New York University neuroscientists has identified the “acoustic signature” of screams, a study that points to the unique attributes of this form of expression and suggests we ar... Read More
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Echolocation Acts as Substitute Sense for Blind People
August 20, 2015
Human echolocation operates as a viable "sense," working in tandem with other senses to deliver information to people with visual impairment, according to new research published in Psycholog... Read More
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Helping Siri Hear Through a Cocktail Party
August 19, 2015
A new sensor developed at Duke University helps computers separate overlapping sounds.DUKE UNIVERSITY - DURHAM, N.C. -- People trying to talk to Siri may soon no longer have to look like they're a... Read More
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Seniors Are in Denial about Their Hearing Loss, Survey Finds
August 18, 2015
PISCATAWAY, N.J.-- A majority of senior citizens who suffer from hearing loss choose to ignore treatment with hearing aids and are in denial about the negative effects of these decisions. That is acco... Read More
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Comprehensive Medical-Legal Resource for Attorneys, Physicians, and Audiologists
August 18, 2015
(San Diego, CA – August 10, 2015) – Medical-Legal Evaluation of Hearing Loss, Third Edition includes the most accurate and current developments in the field with more than 250 new referenc... Read More
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Hearing Loss Association of America Outraged by CDC Study Ignoring People with Hearing Loss
August 17, 2015
Bethesda, MD: According to a new study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one out of every five adults has a disability. The study, Prevalence of Disability and Disabil... Read More
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RIT/NTID Receives $4 Million Boost for Deaf, Hard-of-hearing Education
August 16, 2015
National Science Foundation pledge will help continue DeafTEC work promoting education, hiring in STEM disciplines.The National Science Foundation has renewed its pledge to funding resources for deaf... Read More
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Spanish-Language Video on Newborn Hearing Screening
August 15, 2015
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) program has produced a video for Spanish-speaking families who are in need of a follow-up hearing s... Read More
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Student Scholarship Announced for CI2015 DC
August 14, 2015
American Cochlear Implant Alliance (ACI Alliance) is accepting applications for student scholarships for the upcoming CI2015DC Emerging Issues Symposium. Scholarships are intended for students, fellow... Read More
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Oticon 'Hear in Pink' Campaign Promotes Hearing Health and Breast Cancer Awareness
August 13, 2015
Social Networking Engages and Connects with Consumers in Local Markets.SOMERSET, NJ August 11 – Oticon, Inc. will again support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the launch of the &ldq... Read More
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Magnetic Pulses to the Brain Deliver Long-Lasting Relief for Tinnitus Patients
August 13, 2015
Depression treatment tool holds tremendous promise for patients with debilitating condition.Oregon Health & Science University - PORTLAND, Ore. - In the largest U.S. clinical trial of its kind fun... Read More
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Listening Carefully: Brain Waves Indicate Listening Challenges in Older Adults
August 12, 2015
The elderly often complain about hearing difficulties, especially when several people are talking all at once. Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig have... Read More
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RIT/NTID Alumnus Part of 22nd Annual Abbot Financial Management Oldtime Baseball Game Thursday, Aug. 27
August 11, 2015
Cambridge’s Summertime Celebration Of Baseball To Benefit RIT/NTID Scholarship.RIT/NTID alumnus Skip Flanagan will join Boston Red Sox greats Jim Lonborg and Lou Merloni and other players on Thu... Read More
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AudiologyOnline Fall Lineup Preview!
August 11, 2015
Summer is winding down and those of us who work at a university are already preparing to head back for the fall semester. We're spotlighting a few courses from our fall lineup: recordings for last mon... Read More
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Graphic Novella Could Help Prevent Hearing Loss in Spanish-Speaking Ag Workers
August 10, 2015
Professor collaborates with industry professionals and students to launch a pilot study.University of Wyoming – June 2015 - Graphic novels usually conjure up dark images of superheroes cleaning... Read More
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UNSW Researchers Discover How the Brain Balances Hearing Between Our Ears
August 9, 2015
Animal study provides insight into hearing loss and is likely to improve cochlear implants.· Animal study provides insight into hearing loss and is likely to improve cochlear implants&mid... Read More
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Scientists Map Memorable Tunes in the Rat Brain
August 8, 2015
NIH-funded study helps understand how brain remembers everyday sensations.Lights, sound, action: we are constantly learning how to incorporate outside sensations into our reactions in specific situati... Read More
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Oticon Medical Mourns Passing of Curt Gorman, Senior Vice President, BAHS Division
August 7, 2015
SOMERSET, NJ August 6 -- Oticon Medical sadly announces the passing of Curt Gorman, Senior Vice President, BAHS Division, following a courageous battle with cancer. A valued member of the managemen... Read More
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Florida Audiologists to Learn About New Rechargeable System for Hearing Aids
August 6, 2015
ZPower’s Dr. Barry A. Freeman to discuss new ways to differentiate hearing care practices and improve patient satisfaction through rechargeable solution.CAMARILLO, CA – August 5, 2015 &nda... Read More
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TruLink 2.1 Hearing Control App Updates Opens Up New Realms of Accessibility
August 5, 2015
MINNEAPOLIS, (August 3, 2015) – Starkey Hearing Technologies, one of the world’s leading hearing technology companies, is excited to announce the release of TruLink™ Hearing Control... Read More
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