Middle ear microphone aims to improve cochlear implants

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U.S researchers are developing a tiny middle ear "microphone" that could remove the need for any external components on cochlear implants. Led by University of Utah engineer Darrin J. Young, the research team has produced and tested a prototype of the device which uses an accelerometer attached to the tiny bones of the middle ear to detect sound vibration... Continue Reading Middle ear microphone aims to improve cochlear implants

Section: Health and Wellbeing

Tags: Accelerometer, Case Western Reserve University, Cochlear, Hearing, Hearing Aid, Implant, Medical, University of Utah

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