Progress Toward Hearing Restoration at Tel Aviv University
Hearing loss is often caused by damage to the hair cells in the cochlea, which are responsible for detecting sounds and converting them into electrical signals transmitted to the brain.
Assessment
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have reported progress toward restoring hearing by addressing damage to cochlear hair cells, the root cause of most hearing loss. This advancement targets the conversion of sound into electrical signals for the brain. The next step will be translating this approach into viable therapies for patients.