Widex supports research on genetic causes of hearing loss

In 1994 not a single one of the genes that may cause hearing impairment or deafness had been identified. Today, thanks to genetic research, we know of more than 37 different genes responsible for hearing loss – however, vast areas of our chromosomes still need to be explored.
 

Widex is an active partner in scientific research and supports a wide range of scientific activities in this field. Recently, a new series of studies on the genetic causes of hearing loss were carried out with the support of Widex.

The studies, which were conducted by Dr. Lisbeth Tranebjærg and Kirsten M. Sanggaard, PhD, both from the Department of Audiology at Bispebjerg Hospital, Denmark, were published in recognised medical magazines such as American Journal of Medical Genetics and European Journal of Human Genetics.

Read more about the genetic research:

Interview: New research increases knowledge of hereditary hearing loss 
Tranebjærg: Genetics of congenital hearing impairment 

By generating and promoting knowledge about the causes and effects of hearing loss, Widex strives to help children and adults prepare for a life with hearing loss or deafness.

More research supported by Widex

Paediatric Congresses

Every second year Widex holds a congress of paediatric audiology under the slogan “Helping children hear better”.

The paediatric congresses are key components of the Widex Paediatric Partnership, which dedicates significant resources in providing hearing impaired children with the same opportunities for a full and active life as those with normal hearing. Read more

WHISPER

The objective of WHISPER is to investigate and compare the early processing of speech sounds by normally hearing and hearing impaired children.

The results obtained with WHISPER can provide information that can be useful in the development of new hearing aid products for children. Read more

ORCA

The mission of ORCA Europe is to undertake and communicate research projects documenting hearing aid performance in clinical studies.

At present ORCA Europe is working on a field study to document hearing impaired school children’s gain from using hearing aids. Read more

IFOS

In 2009 Widex is Diamond Sponsor of the IFOS World congress. IFOS is the global organisation which represents the national ENT Societies around the world, defends the interest of ENT patients and promotes the advancement of Otorhinolaryngology. The IFOS World Congresses take place every 4 years.