Hearing News Watch

A groundbreaking study recently published in Audiology and Neurotology presents a novel application of synchrotron radiation phase-contrast imaging (SR-PCI) to examine cochlear otosclerosis. This advanced imaging technique has enabled researchers to visualize otosclerotic lesions in unprecedented detail, offering new insights into the pathology and potential treatment avenues for this common cause of acquired hearing loss. Otosclerosis Otosclerosis is a bone

MILAN, ITALY – Amplifon, a global leader in hearing solutions and services, has adopted the EcoVadis platform to assess and support the continuous improvement of its suppliers’ environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. This initiative aligns with Amplifon’s sustainable procurement strategy and its Sustainability Plan, which targets achieving a 100% ESG rating for direct suppliers and 50% for indirect suppliers

MONTEPELLIER, FRANCE – Sensorion, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing novel therapies for hearing loss, has announced new positive data from its SENS-401 Phase 2a clinical trial aimed at preserving residual hearing in adult patients following cochlear implantation. Presented at the 17th International Conference on Cochlear Implants and Other Implantable Technologies (CI2024) in Vancouver, Canada, by Professor Stephen O’Leary,

BOSTON, MASSACHUSSETTS – A newly updated study by researchers from the University of Colorado and the University of Pretoria (South Africa) reveals that self-fitting over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids provide long-term benefits comparable to audiologist-fitted devices at a significantly lower cost. The findings, published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) – Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, indicate that

DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA – Global hearing implant leader MED-EL and leading hearing innovator in technology Starkey announced today a collaboration that will enable an all-new Bluetooth listening experience for people with a MED-EL cochlear implant (CI) and Starkey products. The announcement was made at CI2024, the 17th International Conference on Cochlear Implants and Other Implantable Technologies, in Vancouver. The collaboration marks the beginning of

Researchers from MIT, Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School, and Columbia University have developed an innovative implantable microphone that could pave the way for fully internal cochlear implants. This advancement could significantly improve the quality of life for cochlear implant users by eliminating the need for external hardware. Cochlear implants have improved the hearing of over a million people

In a groundbreaking study from Michigan Medicine’s Kresge Hearing Research Institute, researchers have successfully created supranormal hearing in mice, shedding light on the causes of hidden hearing loss in humans. This remarkable achievement not only paves the way for potential human treatments but also provides crucial insights into auditory processing and hearing disorders. Advancing Auditory Science The research team, led

An interdisciplinary study led by researchers from the University of South Florida (USF) and Indiana University has unveiled critical insights into the long-term effects of cisplatin-based chemotherapy on cancer survivors. Published in JAMA Oncology, the comprehensive research highlights the significant auditory challenges faced by survivors who have been treated with cisplatin. Long-Term Impact on Hearing The study tracked 100 testicular

CLAYTON, NORTH CAROLINA — Dr. Melissa Palmer, a practicing audiologist for nearly 30 years and owner of Clayton Audiology in Clayton, North Carolina, has long been dedicated to improving the lives of her patients through better hearing health. Her passion for community service and long-standing relationship with Widex motivated her participation in the Widex Community Giveback Day program, which donates

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA – For the third consecutive year, Starkey has earned a spot among the Top 200 Workplaces in Minnesota for 2024, as recognized by the Star Tribune. This year’s Top Workplaces survey collected insights from over 149,000 employees across more than 5,000 public, private, and nonprofit organizations in Minnesota. This prestigious designation highlights Starkey’s dedication to cultivating an environment where employees