About
Research in this laboratory attempts to improve our understanding of the role of the cochlea (inner ear). Otoacoustic emissions (sounds generated by the cochlea) are used as a noninvasive tool for the investigation of cochlear mechanics. This research is combined with psychoacoustic research to better understand the perceptual consequences of cochlear non-linearity and distortion. The laboratory is fully equipped to synthesize, record and analyze acoustic stimuli. The experimental research is conducted along with the development of computer simulations of cochlear mechanics.