New algorithm aims to help cochlear implant users hear in noise
NCT ID NCT05805384
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing a new software algorithm called SEDA that reduces background noise for cochlear implant users. Researchers will measure how well 60 participants (ages 12 and older) understand speech in quiet and noisy settings with and without the algorithm. The goal is to see if SEDA improves hearing and user preference compared to standard noise reduction methods.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Speech Enhancement using Dynamic thresholding Approach (SEDA) noise reduction algorithm
What this could lead to
If successful, this algorithm could be added to cochlear implants to help users understand speech more clearly in noisy environments, improving daily communication.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (60 people) testing a software algorithm. It may not work better than existing noise reduction methods, and results may not apply to all cochlear implant users or real-world settings.
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Tisch Hospital
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10016, United States