Early Indicators of Noise Injury: Are decreased auditory processing skills evident in noise-exposed adults prior to diagnosis of hearing loss? [ 2014 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Warwick Williams (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Mridula Sharma ,  Dr Elizabeth Beach ,  Dr Megan Gilliver

Brief description Recent research indicates that noise-exposed individuals with similar hearing thresholds to non-noise exposed counterparts are more likely to have diminished temporal and spectral auditory processing abilities. This research aims to determine the relationship between noise exposure levels and auditory processing difficulties; the influence of musical training in ameliorating these difficulties; and a neurological model of causation, operation and possible remediation of these difficulties.

Funding Amount $AUD 367,605.79

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant