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Professor Peter Vuust and Associate Professor Bjørn Petersen from The Center for Music in the Brain at Aarhus University will investigate whether a special wristband can improve the perception of rhythm and groove in cochlear implant (CI) users. The research project is funded by DKK 3,740,000 from the William Demant Foundation.
2021.06.02 |
A new research project will investigate if a bracelet can improve music perception for people with severe hearing loss. Photo: Stephen Freiheit
People who use the advanced cochlear implant (CI) hearing apparatus find it difficult to perceive music and rhythm. A new research project called "Feeling the Beat" at Aarhus University will investigate whether a special wristband can utilise vibrations to supplement the sound perception of CI users and thereby improve their perception of music. The Center for Music in the Brain under the Department of Clinical Medicine at Aarhus University, the Royal Academy of Music and Oticon Medical are behind the project.
The wristband utilises electro-haptic stimulation, and if it works as intended, it will have a positive effect on the implant users in relation to their quality of life, social life and language skills.
The research is a collaboration with Southampton University who has developed the special bracelet. The research project is funded by DKK 3,740,000 from the William Demant Foundation.
Professor Peter Vuust
Aarhus University, Department of Clinical Medicine – Center for Music in the Brain and
The Royal Academy of Music
Mobile: (+45) 2711 9471
Email: pv@musikkons.dk