Erin Purcell Research on Central Auditory Processing Disorder

 Central Auditory Processing Disorder, People, Research
Jan 272012
 

Erin Purcell, Kresge Hearing Research Institute

University of Michigan

Hearing Health Foundation Highlights
Erin K. Purcell for Research on Central Auditory Processing Disorder


Erin Purcell received her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering from the University of Michigan in 2008.  She is a research fellow in the Kresge Hearing Research Institute at the University and is currently training in sensory neurophysiology. Her expertise includes neurophysiology, neural electrode interfaces, stem cell biology, and regenerative scaffolding.

 

The research involves manipulating physical and chemical signals to attract nerve cells to the auditory brainstem. This research may yield insight into Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) if disorganized inputs to the auditory brainstem contribute to the pathology of the disorder.  Her long term goal is to regenerate auditory nerves and understand the conditions that promote neural connections with the auditory brainstem, in order to ultimately restore hearing for patients with neural hearing loss and lay a foundation for therapies for individuals with auditory processing disorders.
To learn more about Erin’s research:http://www.drf.org/content_files/630/HH_Fall2011_Grantees.pdf

- Thanks to NVRC, Fairfax (12/14/11)

Unlocking the Mysteries of the Deaf Brain

 Research
Jan 272012
 

by: GREG LIVADAS NOVEMBER 2011

Although studied for centuries, much remains unknown about the human brain. The deaf brain in particular is still a mystery in part because this population often uses different cognitive and communication processes than hearing people. RIT’s Peter Hauser is a leader in analyzing the deaf brain, how it differs from the hearing brain, and the effect of sign language on cognition.

The Deaf Brain vs. The Hearing Brain

Hauser, a deaf clinical neuropsychologist and associate professor in the American Sign Language and Interpreting Education Department at NTID, is investigating how the brain adapts and takes on different functions based on new parameters. In other words, how does deafness itself change how the brain operates?

To read full story:
http://www.rit.edu/research/biox_story.php?id=62
- Thanks to RIT and FF

After a life of troubles, cochlear implant called a miracle

 Cochlear Implants, People
Jan 272012
 

Kate Berger has never let her hearing impairment keep her from achieving her goals.

She owns her own paralegal business; has served as a Pittsylvania County supervisor and as the chairman of the board; raised a family; and is now an adjunct instructor at Danville Community College while going to school herself.

But after a cochlear implant in her right ear, her hearing has miraculously improved to such a point that she is at times brought to tears at the wonder of it.

Read full story:
http://www2.godanriver.com/lifestyles/2012/jan/18/after-life-troubles-cochlear-implant-called-miracl-ar-1616050/?referer=None&shorturl=http://bit.ly/xsp0Fi

- Thanks to Danville Register and Bee, and PL

35 misconceptions about deafness…and deafblindness

 Deaf Culture
Jan 272012
 

http://deafcomm.wordpress.com/2011/08/21/35-misconceptions-about-deafness-and-deafblindness/

- Thanks to FF

Apache ASL Trails in Arizona

 ADA Accessibility and Advocacy, Housing
Jan 272012
 

Inside Look at Apache ASL Trails Senior Citizen Apartment in Tempe, AZ with Captions

Inside Look at Apache ASL Trails Senior Citizen Apartment in Tempe, AZ with Captions from i DEAF NEWS on Vimeo.

- Thanks to SP

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