Research

NL3 is seeking volunteers to participate in our brain research studies. Compensation is available for your time and travel. Reach out if you’re interested in learning more about, and potentially participating in, this innovative research.

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Current Research Studies

BACIC Project

Brain Activation of Cochlear Implant Candidates

This study aims to identify brain-based factors that predict future hearing improvements among candidates for cochlear implants. In the future, this knowledge will help guide clinical practices and empower individuals seeking solutions for severe to profound hearing loss.

Eligible participants: Adults ages 19-80 with sensorineural hearing loss.

Brain Activation of Cochlear Implant Candidates
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BIRD Project

Brain Imaging of Reading Development

This study aims to identify the unique and comprehensive neural and behavioral profiles of young children with hearing loss during reading development to uncover the core auditory and neurocognitive factors that affect reading outcomes.

Eligible participants: Children ages 5-15 with and without hearing loss.

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Facilities & Equipment

NL3 conducts research at two locations at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Barkley Memorial Center

Located on East Campus, this space includes three workstations dedicated to neuroimaging data processing and a conference area for meetings.

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Center for Brain, Biology and Behavior (CB3)

Located inside Memorial Stadium on City Campus, this space houses state-of-the-art equipment dedicated to neuroscience and behavior research.

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Collaborations

Collaboration is essential to achieve our shared goals. Reach out if you are interested in partnering with NL3 to use brain imaging techniques in your research or wish to consult with Dr. Wang on your brain research. A consultation fee may apply.

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Current Collaborators:

  • Cochlear Implant Laboratory
    • NL3 is working with Michelle Hughes, Ph.D., to identify neural predictors of speech perception outcomes in adults with cochlear implants.
  • Communication Neuroscience Laboratories
    • NL3 is working with Steven Barlow, Ph.D., to conduct exploratory clinical trials on motor rehabilitation in patients with unilateral middle cerebral artery (MCA) ischemic stroke using saltatory pneumotactile stimulations and to establish an atomic Magnetoencephalography (MEG) Lab.