Auditory processing and perception
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Auditory processing and perception refers to our ability to process and interpret sound information received from the environment. It is relied upon by a large majority for effective communication and social interaction, awareness of the environment, and in leisure activities, such as enjoying music. Thus, any conditions affecting auditory processing and perception can have a considerable impact on the quality of life of affected individuals. This Collection welcomes original research articles from Psychology, Psychiatry, and Neuroscience focusing on all aspects of auditory processing and perception and its associated disorders. The Collection considers studies reporting basic or applied research, as well as methodological advances in this domain. Research studies conducted with children, adults, and special populations are all welcome.
Editors
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Bonnie K. Lau, Ph.D, CCC-SLP
University of Washington, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Virginia Merrill Bloedel Hearing Research Center, USA
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Hanjun Liu, PhD
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen Univeristy, China
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Hidehiko Okamoto, PhD
Department of Physiology, International University of Health and Welfare Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
Bonnie K. Lau, Ph.D, CCC-SLP, University of Washington, USA
Bonnie K. Lau is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Washington. Her research investigates auditory brain and perceptual development and how that relates to language learning by combining neurophysiological, behavioural, and clinical measures of development. One goal of her research is to investigate brain and behavioural markers of language delay to improve identification of infants at a higher likelihood of language learning difficulty, allowing for earlier intervention and prevention. Professor Lau has been an Editorial Board Member for Scientific Reports since 2023.
Hanjun Liu, PhD, Sun Yat-sen University, China
Hanjun Liu is a full Professor within the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University. His research focuses on the neural mechanisms of speech motor control and the treatment of motor speech disorders. Firstly, he seeks to unravel how sensory feedback, particularly auditory feedback, is used to control speech production using psychoacoustics and neuroimaging techniques. Secondly, he aims to investigate the causal contributions of different brain regions to auditory-motor integration during speech production using non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS)techniques. Finally, his research extends to the development of NIBS protocols for the treatment of motor speech disorders caused by neurological diseases such as stroke and Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Liu has been an Editorial Board Member for Scientific Reports since 2015.
Hidehiko Okamoto, PhD, International University of Health and Welfare Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
Hidehiko Okamoto is a Professor in the Department of Physiology, International University of Health and Welfare Graduate School of Medicine. His research focuses on the central auditory system. He aims to understand the neural mechanisms of auditory perception and to develop new diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for hearing impairment. Dr. Okamoto has been an Editorial Board Member for Scientific Reports since 2014.
