Brain wave test could revolutionize hearing checks for babies
NCT ID NCT07392164
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new prototype device that measures brain responses to speech sounds in infants. Researchers will compare brain responses between infants with normal hearing and those with hearing loss, both with and without hearing aids. The goal is to see if the device can accurately assess hearing, potentially leading to better and earlier hearing care for babies.
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Active substance
prototype device for speech-evoked envelope following response measurement
What this could lead to
If successful, this device could provide a more objective way to assess hearing in infants, potentially improving early detection and management of hearing loss.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 infants, so results may not apply broadly. The device is a prototype and may not be accurate enough for clinical use yet.
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Dalhousie University
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H4R2, Canada
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National Acoustic Laborartory
Macquarie Park, Sydney, NSW 2113, Australia
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National Centre for Audiology at Western University
London, Ontario, N6G1H1, Canada
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