New study aims to unlock secrets of hearing in noise for cochlear implant users

NCT ID NCT07356128

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hearts for Hearing Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study observes how children and adults with hearing loss who use cochlear implants and preserve some natural hearing process sound, especially in noisy settings. Researchers will measure hearing abilities over time in 200 participants, including those with normal hearing for comparison. The goal is to understand how binaural cues help with speech recognition and spatial hearing, which could lead to better hearing technology in the future.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this research could help fine-tune hearing devices to better support speech understanding in noisy environments for people with hearing loss.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve hearing for participants, and results may take years to influence clinical practice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hearing Loss, Sensorineural sensorineural hearing loss disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BILATERAL SENSORINEURAL HEARING LOSS COCHLEAR IMPLANT ELECTRIC AND ACOUSTIC SIMULATION HEARING PRESERVATION

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Locations

Hearts for Hearing
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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73120, United States

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