Boys Town Research Vehicle
Taking Research on the Road
Our Boys Town Research Vehicle (BTRV) is a mobile research lab and audiology clinic. We visit schools, parks, community organizations and health fairs around the country, providing research opportunities and hearing screenings performed by licensed audiologists. The BTRV allows us to bring these opportunities to underserved communities, fostering a sense of community involvement and support.
A Mobile Audiology Booth and Research Lab
The BTRV is wheelchair accessible, climate controlled and equipped with the hospital grade test equipment we need to do research and audiological assessment.
Our team consists of licensed audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and hearing scientists who have extensive experience working with a wide range of ages and abilities.
Bringing Hope and Hearing to New Communities
Our BTRV team travels around Nebraska and across the United States with the goal of integrating our services in communities that don’t typically have access to research opportunities. Our partnerships in cities and rural communities across the country allow us to serve higher risk communities, such as children with developmental delays and/or individuals who lack access to hearing healthcare services.
Communities Served in 2024
- Preschoolers and school-aged children who are typically developing
- Older adults who have concerns about their hearing
- Individuals with developmental disabilities, including Down syndrome
- Individuals who speak English, Spanish or both languages
Make an Impact with the BTRV
Bring Research to Your Community with the BTRV
If you are interested in having the BTRV come to your community to offer free hearing screenings or speech and language assessments, contact us at ResearchComm@boystown.org.
Support Future BTRV Trips
As Boys Town looks to the future, we are excited to continue our journey, bringing hope and hearing to more underserved communities. Your support makes this possible, and together, we can make a lasting impact on countless lives.