University of Rochester · Biomedical EngineeringCarney Auditory Lab
Laurel H. Carney · Rochester, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Laurel H. Carney's lab at the University of Rochester focuses on understanding how the brain processes complex sounds, especially in people with hearing loss. By studying the role of specific brain pathways that connect to the ear, the lab aims to discover new ways to enhance hearing, particularly in challenging listening environments like conversations in noise. This research could lead to innovative strategies for improving hearing aids and other assistive listening devices.
auditory processingsensorineural hearing lossmolecular mechanismsepidemiologypsychophysics
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the role of the medial olivocochlear system in sound perception.
AIM 02Test how this system affects the perception of complex sounds in humans.
AIM 03Develop computational models to predict auditory processing outcomes.
AIM 04Explore the effects of sensorineural hearing loss on auditory processing.
AIM 05Enhance understanding of the auditory system's feedback mechanisms.
Skills the Lab Values
extracellular recordingspsychophysical testingcomputational modelingauditory system assessmentneural coding
Output against the department
Publications248top 40% of dept.236th of 595
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Citations6.3kbottom 48% of dept.308th of 595
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