Jan. 15, 2025

January 2025 NeuroAudiology Newsletter

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Jan. 15, 2025

Ear Science Institute Australia Leads Biobank Initiative to Advance Genetic Therapies and Personalized Treatment for Hearing Loss

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Ear Science Institute Australia will develop a WA-headquartered Australasian first biobank to advance genetic therapies for childhood and adult hearing loss. The Australasian Hearing Registry and Biobank (The Aussie Ear Bank) will be the first of its kind in Australia to store tissue related to genetic-associated hearing loss with the goal of advancing personalized care and new treatments. A Game-Changing
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Jan. 13, 2025

My telecoil tale

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By Stephen O. Frazier My telecoil tale begins at my very first SHHH (now HLAA) meeting. Virginia Carr, the state’s SHHH chapter coordinator said, “Wait a minute, is the loop on? I can’t hear the loop.” I asked, “What’s a loop?” Virginia explained it’s a wire loop that silently sends sound to the telecoils in hearing aids. I then asked,
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Jan. 13, 2025

Amplifon Announces Acquisition of 27 Hearing Clinics in Northern Italy

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MILAN, ITALY – Amplifon (EXM; Bloomberg: AMP:IM; Reuters: AMPF.MI), a global leader in hearing solutions and services, has announced the acquisition of the entire capital of MagicSon srl and Sonar srl. These two companies, based in Turin, collectively own 27 hearing centers across the regions of Piedmont and Valle d’Aosta. With this transaction, Amplifon seizes the opportunity to integrate two
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Jan. 13, 2025

Transforming Aural Rehabilitation: AI-Powered Auditory Training with LACE AI Pro

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With auditory training gaining renewed attention, Neurotone’s revitalized LACE AI Pro is emerging as a powerful tool for improving hearing outcomes. In this discussion, Dr. Miles Aron, COO of Neurotone, explores how the company is modernizing auditory training through AI technology, gamification, and an expansive library of customizable exercises. LACE focuses on synthetic auditory training, helping patients improve their ability
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Jan. 10, 2025

Sonova Appoints Nicholai Dessypris as President Hearing Instruments, North America

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AURORA, ILLINOIS – Sonova has announced a leadership change in its Hearing Instruments (HI) Wholesale North America business, as Nicholai Dessypris assumed the role of President on January 1, 2025. He is succeeding Sandy Brandmeier, who retired at the end of 2024 after a distinguished six-year tenure with Sonova and over 20 years of healthcare leadership. Nicholai Dessypris brings more
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Jan. 09, 2025

Electrode Placement and Advanced Programming: Key to Better Music Perception in Cochlear Implants

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A new study has uncovered how electrode placement and advanced programming techniques can significantly enhance music perception for cochlear implant users, offering insights that could reshape personalized hearing solutions. Published in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, the study by researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and other institutions aimed to address long-standing challenges faced by cochlear implant users in music
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Jan. 08, 2025

Ambiq Unveils AI-Driven Technology to Enhance OTC Hearing Aid Performance

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AUSTIN, TEXAS — Ambiq, a leading provider of ultra-low power semiconductors, has announced the integration of its AI-powered speech enhancement technology into over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. These innovations aim to improve speech clarity, reduce background noise, and optimize audio settings in real-time, offering users a more personalized and reliable hearing experience. The new technology leverages Ambiq’s proprietary AI algorithms and
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Jan. 08, 2025

Researchers Identify Genetic Cause of Common Hearing Loss in Children with Down Syndrome

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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — A team of scientists from University College London (UCL) has identified a specific genetic cause of conductive hearing loss, the most common type of hearing loss in children with Down syndrome. The discovery, published in eLife, offers new insights into the biology of hearing loss in this population and paves the way for improved diagnostic tools,
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Jan. 08, 2025

James Roche Transitions from VP to Franchise Owner with ‘Ears to You’ Expansion Launch in Vancouver

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VANCOUVER, B.C. – Ears to You, a leading mobile hearing care franchise in Canada, has announced its expansion into Vancouver, British Columbia. The new territories will be led by James Roche, Vice President of Franchising at Ears to You, who is transitioning into franchise ownership. This move marks a significant milestone for both Roche and the company as it continues