Raghavan Secures Funding for AI-Integrated Hearing Aid Project

UW Oto resident Arun Raghavan, MD (Research R3), was awarded a coveted CoMotion Innovation Gap Fund award for his groundbreaking project on AI-integrated hearing aids!

Co-mentored by Computer Science and Engineering Professor Shyam Gollakota and neurotologist Gavriel Kohlberg, MD, the project aims to revolutionize hearing aid technology with on-device real-time deep learning. By leveraging speaker-specific cues, this innovation holds great promise for enhancing speech perception, especially in noisy environments.

The CoMotion Innovation Gap Fund's support accelerates the transition from lab to market, reflecting UW Oto's commitment to pioneering research at the intersection of academia and commercial development. Dr. Raghavan's work embodies the spirit of innovation, showcasing UW Oto's dedication to advancing audiology and improving the quality of life for those with hearing challenges.