The Center for Sensory Neuroscience aims to understand neurosensory systems function at the molecular level in both healthy tissues and genetic disease states with a particular focus on hearing.
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April 30, 2026
Gabrielle Merchant, Au.D., Ph.D., Receives 2026 Omaha Woman in Science Award
Gabrielle R. Merchant, Au.D., Ph.D., has been named the recipient of the 2026 Omaha Woman in Science Award by Nebraska Cures.
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April 22, 2026
2025 Boys Town Research in Review
Research happens behind the scenes, but its impact is deeply personal for families seeking the best possible care for their children.
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April 13, 2026
Inside the Brain: How Hearing Differences Shape Learning
Children who wear hearing aids often fall behind in language and school. Yet some do as well or even better than peers with typical hearing. Why the difference?
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