Research directions for future generations of cochlear implants
Author
Clark, Graeme M.Date
2004Source Title
Cochlear Implants InternationalPublisher
Whurr Publishers LtdUniversity of Melbourne Author/s
Clark, GraemeAffiliation
Department of Otolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health SciencesMetadata
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Clark, G. M. (2004). Research directions for future generations of cochlear implants. Cochlear Implants International, 5(Suppl. 1), 2-8.Access Status
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Abstract
Physiological and psychophysical research indicates that improved hearing in noise and music appreciation are likely with cochlear implants, with better reproduction of the fine temporospatial patterns of neural response in the auditory pathways due to phase differences in neuron firing patterns as the result of the basilar membrane travelling wave. An initial speech-processing strategy, to in part reproduce this information, is showing better frequency discrimination and musical perception. However, more exact reproduction is likely with a new generation electrode array which could involve the use of neurotrophins and inherently conducting polymers. The siting and design of this, as well as safety, needs further investigation before it is implemented.
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cochlear implants; frequency coding; neurotrophinsExport Reference in RIS Format
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