The Campus Awards for Excellence in Faculty Leadership recognize faculty whose vision, service, and leadership have had a lasting impact at Illinois. Honor those who have made a difference. Nominate now.

The Office for Access & Equity is offering our Fall 2025 series of webinars on accessibility and accommodations for university employees. All employees, including supervisors and HR professionals, are invited to join us for topics including: Navigating the Employee Accommodation Process, Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals on Campus, Understanding Non-Visible Disabilities, and more. Visit oae.illinois.edu/calendar to view the full schedule and register for one of our webinars.

The final version of the Spring 2025 List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students is now available at https://go.illinois.edu/lotrae

The Starbucks at the Illini Union received a glow-up this summer. It is ready to serve all the Fighting Illini! Mobile ordering, cold brew, and Nitro coffee are now all available at this location. Stop by and check it out! 

Safety is key to our campus being a world-class place to learn, research, and work. That’s why the Divisions of Research Safety and Safety & Compliance joined forces to create a safety-focused website and safety pledge. Pledge your commitment to safety and receive your free enamel pin (quantities limited). Start the new academic year off with a focus on safety. 

Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue is an interactive course that teaches skills on how to effectively turn disagreement into dialogue. This course is appropriate for a range of roles, including those who provide customer service, manage conflict, or supervise others. More information about this 4-day, in-person training can be found in the Crucial Conversations nomination form.  

CSBS is pleased to accept nominations for the 2026 Social and Behavioral Science Impact Award. Nominations must be submitted by November 1, 2025. This award recognizes faculty members whose research in the social and behavioral sciences holds promise for addressing societal challenges, and which demonstrates conceptual and methodological excellence. All tenure-track faculty members on our campus conducting social and behavioral science research are eligible for the award. Candidates must be nominated by a faculty member at the University of Illinois. Learn more and access nomination materials.

Get the latest research discoveries, stories, and updates from across campus delivered to your inbox every Sunday evening. Check out the new look and format here, and subscribe here.  

Are you a tenure-stream assistant or associate professor? Curious about the Publicly-Engaged Research Option (PERO) for promotion and tenure at Illinois? Join us for an informational session to explore the PERO pathway, hear about recent guidelines updates, and discover resources designed to support both you as well as your executive officers in building strong, compelling dossiers for tenure and promotion. Whether you’re just starting to think about your case or actively preparing your materials, this session is a great opportunity to learn more and ask questions. Register here by Sept. 18.

“Alternative Investments: Investing in Land & Real Estate” is live! Led by Dr. Craig Lemoine, CFP, PhD, MRFC, this course explores farmland and real estate as powerful tools for portfolio diversification. Learn the basics of land valuation, ownership structures, and ag economics, plus key real estate investment types and risk strategies. With real-world case studies and expert insights, you’ll gain practical skills to assess if these alternative assets align with your financial goals.

Dairy Economics: Maximizing Profits through Milk Quality with Dr. Derek Nolan investigates mastitis—its biology, diagnosis, and economic impact. Learn how intramammary infections affect dairy cows and farm profitability and explore tools for on-farm detection and prevention. Through a systems-thinking lens, you’ll gain practical strategies to improve herd health and boost milk quality.

There are many exciting events scheduled at NCSA, make sure yours is one of them. Book your event at NCSA; we’ll handle the technical so you can focus on content. Whether you need a space for five or 195, we’ll make sure everyone gets the message. Browse our NCSA Events spaces and amenities, and book your event today. If you have questions or want more info, visit our Virtual Lobby during business hours or send us an email!

The Conference and Event Services team can assist with your event from start to finish, whether you need help finding the perfect venue, managing registrations, or coordinating vendors, we take care of the details. We offer full registration management including payment collection, and comprehensive event coordination. Contact our team to learn more about how we can support your next event.

The Chancellor’s Research Program provides support for academic research and the expansion of community-based knowledge that advances the understanding of systemic bias and structural disparities – some of the greatest challenges facing our society. Join researchers on Friday, Oct. 3, as they present their findings. 

The Center for Social & Behavioral Science is excited to invite new faculty and research staff to our CSBS Open House for New Researchers on Thursday, September 25 — a welcoming event designed to help you get connected and informed. Whether you are looking for resources, collaboration opportunities, or just want to meet others outside your discipline, this event is a great place to start. We’re excited to welcome you and help you build enriching connections and collaborations here at Illinois. Register by September 18. 

Make plans to attend the upcoming Cancer Center at Illinois Distinguished Lecture on October 8 from 1:00 to 2:00 at NCSA 1040. This lecture features University of Illinois alumna Elaine Fuchs, a renowned expert in skin biology research. Her talk will focus on the role of skin stem cells in stress, inflammation, and cancer. Register here.

Do you need help with data, troubleshooting code, statistical analyses, or survey research? Consulting & training sessions are open to campus on the following: Stata, SAS, SPSS, R, Python, Qualtrics and Alchemer. All services are free through a partnership with CITL, the Library Media Commons, and Tech Services. For open consulting hours click here and training session registration click here. Drop-in hours on Zoom and in-person: M 1pm - 5pm, T-Th 10am – 5pm, F 11am - 5pm

Join Illinois faculty, students, staff, and alumni founders and investors to celebrate our collective entrepreneurial successes. Whether you’re already involved in entrepreneurship at Illinois or looking for a way to engage, this free event offers a great opportunity to network, learn, and be a part of where the ecosystem is heading next. Get more information and register here.

Join A-WIS for our monthly seminar series, Science Uncorked. Our next event will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, September 11th, at The Literary in downtown Champaign. Our presenter will be Christy Gibson, Illinois Distinguished Postdoc Scholar, Crop Sciences. All are welcome! Interested in presenting in the future? Contact a-wis@illinois.edu.

Allerton Park is hosting folk school classes at the Illinois Arboretum this fall! They include: Fall Equinox Yoga: Monday, Sept. 22, 6-7:30 p.m. Register here by Sept. 21; Tree Identification Walks: Wednesdays, Sept. 24 & Oct. 15, 4-5:30 p.m. Register here one week before each walk; and Fall Migration Bird Hikes: Thursdays, Sept. 25 & Oct. 9, 9-11 a.m. Register here. Find the full list of fall courses here.

Dive into Nabil Ayouch’s vibrant musical drama following Anas, a former rapper turned teacher, who empowers Casablanca youth to challenge traditions through hip-hop. Post-screening discussion led by Eric Calderwood (Director of CSAMES and Professor of Comparative & World Literature). 

Help Light the Night on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Alma Mater Plaza, Hallene Gateway, the Ikenberry Commons Quad, and at the intersection of Green Street and Lincoln Avenue. You MUST bring your bike to get a light set. Approximately 1,000 bike light sets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Remember, Illinois law requires a front bike light and a rear reflector/light when riding at night. Also at the event in Lot D9 (adjacent to the Green/Lincoln location), there will be a demonstration of how to load bicycles onto MTD buses. Volunteers are still needed.

Sign up for the brightest 5K on campus! The cost of this timed run/walk is $15, and a portion of the proceeds will go toward a youth camp scholarship fund. Register before September 21 to secure your race tee shirt. Expect some bright swag in your race packet and prepare for a night filled with fun! Use your Illinois netID and password to log in to Active Illini and register.

Coffee Across Cultures Hour is a monthly gathering to connect over coffee, tea, and pastries while exploring global traditions. Each session features a unique theme to celebrate the richness of flavors and cultures from around the world. Our September session, Games Across Cultures, will showcase games played around the globe. From lively outdoor activities to creative circle games, discover how play reflects cultural values, builds community, and sparks joy. Try games for yourself, enjoy refreshments, and connect with others. Free and open to all.

Join us at Riggs Beer Company at 1 p.m. Sunday, September 14th, to hear Dr. Lori Raetzman discuss her work in understanding microplastics and their effect on human health. Hope to see you there! Presented by the MCB GSA.

Strengthen your intercultural communication skills in this essential training for faculty, staff, scholars, and graduate teaching assistants. Stumbling Blocks to Intercultural Communication is a classic ISSS session designed to help participants identify and overcome common barriers in cross-cultural interactions. This session explores six key causes of intercultural communication breakdowns and provides actionable strategies to avoid them. Join us to learn how to improve your communication and build stronger connections in diverse settings. Registration is required.

The Flatlands Dance Film Festival is dedicated to supporting and presenting Dance Cinema, a medium which explores and innovates the intersections between filmmaking and dance making. The festival builds educational platforms, encourages dialogue, and promotes a diverse range of cultural perspectives from around the globe. This year's films coincide with Dance at Illinois' 25-26 season, "Black on Black: A Celebration of Black Dance," with films by Rena Butler, Endalyn Outlaw, and Irishia Hubbard Romaine, curated by festival director, Laura Chiaramonte.

This presentation will address the history of youth-led media production in the United States, a story about the ingenuity born through circumstance and unintentional uses of technology by people hoping, striving and finding creative expression in response to the world around them. Here is a little bit about Dr. Angela Aguayo. Please feel free to bring a brown bag lunch!

Join CDA, NCSA, and CROPPS on Oct. 13 from 1–2 p.m. CDT for a hybrid seminar on “The Curious Case of the Silicon Strawberry” with Davide Sosso, CSO & Co-Founder of Heritable Agriculture. Come learn how AI, germplasm collections, and innovative breeders are transforming strawberry breeding to accelerate selection, enhance yield, flavor, and resilience, and shape the future of data-driven berry excellence. Free to attend – register today!

Make sure your students are prepared to take on service with community organizations! We CU and the Illinois Leadership Center are hosting a workshop on Entering Community Partnerships on Thursday, September 18. The workshop will provide students with guidance on how to successfully collaborate in and reflect upon community service partnerships. Dinner will be served; space is limited. This workshop is open to all Illinois students. Interested students can register here.

Stop by and have some lunchtime fun at the Illini Union Underground! Starting on Tues., Sept. 9, the Illini Union will host weekly daytime events in the new Underground space (lower level). On Tuesdays, play Lunchtime Trivia from Noon-1pm. Lunchtime Bingo will be every Wednesday from Noon-1pm. Thursdays are for Board Games from 2-5pm. Stop by these casual, low-key programs to unwind and have some fun. Bring your friends, colleagues, or whole office! Prizes will be awarded for Trivia and Bingo each week. Grab lunch at one of the Union restaurants and play games! 

Celebrate the incredible breadth of global talent right here at Illinois! Join us for the Illinois Homecoming Global Talent Show and experience an evening of music, dance, performance, and creativity from around the world. From traditional art forms to contemporary showcases, the event will highlight the rich diversity and talent of our international community. Come cheer on your fellow Illini and be inspired by the global legends taking the stage!

As part of the the New American Welcome Week, Global Relations and the Mortenson Center for International Library Programs will be having a Human Library Event. The event will feature immigrants and international students living in Champaign-Urbana as human books. Each human “book” will be available during the event to interact with “readers” and talk to them about their native country. Topics covered in the conversations include among others geographic location, cuisine, languages spoken and culture. Refreshments, arts & crafts will be offered as part of the event. Open to all ages!

Join us for a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony! Chado, or the Way of Tea, is one of the most ancient and revered arts of Japan, and is at the very heart of Japan House. Each week will feature a different seasonal wagashi (traditional Japanese sweet) for guests to enjoy with a bowl of matcha. Space is limited to 20 guests. Reservations are required, no walk-ins will be permitted. Tea ceremonies are offered weekly at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Join Paul Braun of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as he presents in person at the fall 2025 Kent Seminar Series from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11. Presentations this semester focus on topics related to electrification in mobility. Food and soft drinks will be provided beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the Illinois Center for Transportation Classroom.

U. of I. faculty and research staff are invited to join the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) for the 3rd Annual Research Open House. Hear from Associate Directors across NCSA Directorates and connect with research teams to share your research interests and needs, and explore potential collaborations. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served. This is an in-person event, and early registration is encouraged. Please register by September 23, 2025.

Systematic reviews are a form of structured research that requires a comprehensive collection, appraisal, and summary of all research on a topic. Systematic reviews are high-impact publications that carry weight to inform evidence-based decision making. After attending this session, you will be able to describe: 1. The definition, history and value of systematic reviews,  2. An overview of the steps and processes of conducting a systematic review,  3. Some systematic review quality indicators

Join us for the first session of the Redefining Retirement in Academia Series. What is it to be a retired faculty member? This webinar will consider the modern practice of retirement for academics, what others expect of retirees, lifestyle options and gratifications, frame of mind, and the question of one’s ongoing scientific and scholarly engagement. The guest speaker is, David J. Ekerdt, Professor Emeritus of Sociology and Gerontology, University of Kansas, Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America. Register here by September 19.

Each qualitative research project requires a unique combination of analysis strategies in order to move from data to answers to your research question. But given the diversity of data types and questions explored with qualitative data, how do you decide what to do? This workshop offers an introduction to qualitative data analysis (QDA) strategies, a framework for choosing relevant strategies, and an overview of the technology for QDA.  

Learn about the high-energy dances that dominated the early 20th century at Historical Dancing: Titanic to the Talkies on Tuesdays, Sept. 23 through Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Allerton Mansion Library. Instructor Jeanette Watts will help students explore the one step, castle walk, tango, foxtrot, Charleston, black bottom and other delights of early jazz. $110/person for the entire series or $25/class. Register here.

Create a unique piece of art out of locally sourced alpaca fiber at Needlefelt Cardinal on Friday, Sept. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio at Allerton Park. Stephanie Block of Sundrop Alpacas will walk students through the needlefelting process to make a cardinal, which can be customized to make them look authentic, whimsical or anything in between. $65/person + $10/person for add-on (limit one). Register here by Sept. 12.  

Learn what stars and constellations can tell you at a Beginner’s Guide to Astrology on Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. in The Studio at Allerton Park. In this introductory class, instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf will share the background of astrology, the different types of astrology and astrological signs and planetary correlations. $45/person. Register here by Sept. 13.

Learn the practice of Ninjutsu Martial Arts with an experienced instructor and gain vital self-defense skills of distance, awareness and perception. Classes meet every Tuesday and Thursday from Sept. 9 - Nov. 13 from 5-6:30pm at the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) Combat Room. Open to all; no Campus Recreation membership necessary. Register on Active Illini.

Start your day with a low-impact, medium to high intensity water class at Campus Recreation! Classes meet every Tuesday and Thursday from Sept. 9 - Dec. 18 from 8:30-9:30am at Campus Recreation Center East (CRCE). Open to all swim levels. No Campus Recreation membership necessary. Register on Active Illini.

Tickle your funny bone with comedian Ruben Ramirez at the Courtyard Café's Friday Funnies. Ramirez is a Chicago-based comedian and actor known for his blue and observational comedy. He currently has residency at Chicago's “Laugh Factory” and “The Comedy Bar,” where he produces shows and gives up-and-coming comics a platform to perform. The show is free for the campus community!

Join Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis as she discusses the vitality and relevance of the rule of law for the bench and bar in a changing legal landscape. Free and open to the public, with lunch provided to attendees (limited number available).

This Homecoming Week 2025 event at the College of Education reflects the theme: Illinois, Where Legends Begin. Living legends of the College including former deans Susan Fowler, James D. Anderson and Mary Kalantzis and current dean Chrystalla Mouza will discuss Professors Bill Cope and Walter Feinberg's new book, Arguments for Learning, covering the College's history of innovation and worldwide impact on the field of education. Reception to follow. 

This workshop will help undergraduate students explore how their interests connect to cancer-related research on campus and guide them in creating a personalized plan to get involved. Whether a student is just starting to consider research or ready to jump in, this session will give them the tools and confidence to take the next step. Register here.

This workshop for graduate students will explore techniques for strategically presenting experiences—whether in cancer research, STEM outreach, or broader academic and professional contexts—in ways that make a strong and cohesive impression. Register here.

Join the WRC for a discussion with Katie Simon, journalist and author of Tell Me What You Like: An Honest Discussion of Sex and Intimacy After Sexual Assault. The author's talk will take place on Thursday, September 11, from 12-1 PM at the Women's Resources Center (616 E Green St, Suite #213). Limited copies of the book will be given to participants who register & attend the discussion. Priority will be given to student participants (undergraduate & graduate). Lunch will be provided to the first 20 people to attend. 

Ronnie Grinberg examines how masculinity and Jewishness were linked in the minds of the New York intellectuals. Men and women, Jews and non-Jews in the group, all embraced a secular Jewish machismo that at its core prized verbal combativeness, polemical aggression, and an unflinching style of argumentation. Light lunch will be provided.

New York–based artist Ronny Quevedo will discuss themes in his work currently on view at Krannert Art Museum in the solo exhibition Ronny Quevedo: a l l s t a r s (on view through December 6, 2025). This expansive new project includes drawings from several lenders across the United States and a site-driven monumental sculpture titled a mother’s hand that the artist has placed in conversation with objects from the museum’s pre-Hispanic Andean art collection. He will be joined in conversation by Krannert Art Museum curators Amy L. Powell and Allyson Purpura.

In this introductory workshop, we will be learning about basic 3D Printing modeling with TinkerCAD. We will provide a walkthrough and activity with this software. After registering, please create a TinkerCAD account. TinkerCAD is a free browser-based software that we will be using in the introductory 3D design workshop. Choose the “Create a personal account” option for this workshop and follow the registration steps.

Beckman Institute's Microscopy Suite is hosting a Leica UC Enuity µCT Workshop. It's for researchers interested in more precisely cutting samples for electron microscopy by using X-ray CT. It's scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 16, and Wednesday, Sept. 17. The workshop will feature Leica Advanced Workflow Specialist Seth Villarreal. Lunch will be provided both days. Please register by Thursday, Sept. 11.

Join us for an event celebrating the publication of professor Gus Wood's book, Class Warfare in Black Atlanta: Grassroots Struggles, Resistance, and Repression under Gentrification. Gus Wood is a PhD graduate of the Department of History, assistant professor in the Labor Education Program of the School of Labor and Employer Relations at the U. of I., and a local community activist. 

Interested in conducting a systematic review or evidence synthesis but unsure where to start? The Library offers a workshop series led by expert librarians to provide essential training on definitions, methods, and tools. Topics include types of literature reviews, systematic searching techniques, and AI tools. Workshops are free and open, but pre-registration is required. For online sessions, a Zoom link will be sent the morning of the session. 

We’re seeking insightful talks on web design, development, content strategy, UI/UX design, social media, accessibility, AI, diversity and inclusion, video, apps, and more. Submit a proposal for the 26th annual University of Illinois Web Conference, held online April 9-10, 2026. All accepted presenters will receive free registration to Web Con. Submissions are due by Sept 30. Learn more.

Please join us for a GrantForward Faculty training session on Wednesday September 17, 2025, from 12:00 – 1:00 via Zoom. You may be familiar with GrantForward, a funding opportunities search engine developed on campus and free for use by all U. of I. faculty and staff. This training session is aimed at new faculty, introducing GrantForward’s capabilities and covering basic functions and some additional topics. We encourage you to bring your questions! You can register for the session here: Registration.

The Writers Workshop will be hosting two virtual presentations to help you in your job search. On September 9, we'll provide advice on corresponding concisely and professionally through email and LinkedIn. On September 16, we'll discuss tips for writing concise and professional resumes and cover letters that complement each other. Participants are encouraged to bring in-progress materials! 

Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) slopes and earth retention structures have evolved to become cost effective solutions used widely in transportation projects. This presentation covers the design and construction of these systems through projects and case studies developed by the author. Hybrid systems involving GRS-IBS, and deep foundations, are discussed highlighting the future of these technologies. 1.0 PDH

New Unit Executive Officers are encouraged to attend a session to prepare for reviewing Report of Non-University Activities (RNUA) disclosures. You will learn how to conduct the review of RNUA disclosures, identify potential conflicts of commitment and interest, and how to work with COI administrators to manage conflicts. Register to join a session on either September 8, 2025, 10:00 AM or September 10, 1:00 PM. These sessions are open to Unit Executive Officers, typically Department Heads or Directors, and assistants that support the review of RNUAs. Register at ORS Events page.

Each qualitative research project requires a unique combination of analysis strategies in order to move from data to answers to your research question. But given the diversity of data types and questions explored with qualitative data, how do you decide what to do?   This workshop offers an introduction to qualitative data analysis (QDA) strategies, a framework for choosing relevant strategies, and an overview of the technology for QDA.  

Systematic reviews are a form of structured research that requires a comprehensive collection, appraisal, and summary of all research on a topic. Systematic reviews are high-impact publications that carry weight to inform evidence-based decision making. After attending this session, you will be able to describe: 1. The definition, history and value of systematic reviews, 2. An overview of the steps and processes of conducting a systematic review, and 3. Some systematic review quality indicators

In this session, students will learn about general and subject-specific indexing and abstracting resources, search techniques, and interacting with collections held at the University of Illinois and beyond. This session is open to all doctoral students. We are extending an invitation to master's degree students to attend this session. 

In this session, we will discuss AI applications and how they can help with dissertation research. This session is open to all doctoral students. Please complete the form to register for the workshop. It will be conducted through Zoom. We are extending an invitation to master's degree students to attend this workshop.

Dr. Kahyun Choi (School of Information Sciences), Maryann Naumann (Arizona State University Libraries) and Erika Immel (New Trier High School) join the CCB in a moderated panel discussion about how schools are using AI and the important considerations for youth, and the role of school libraries in supporting best practices. 

The iSchool's Center for Informatics Research in Science and Scholarship (CIRSS) will host Xuan Wang, Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science Department at Virginia Tech, presenting "Towards Small, Open-Source, Multi-Modal Language Model Agents for Science and Society" on Wednesday, Sept. 10 as part of its The AI Disruption speaker series. More information is at this link.

We are conducting a research study to understand the perceptions and factors that influence resistance training across the lifespan among Latina women. You must be 18 or older to participate. Individuals will engage in a one-time interview on Zoom where you will answer questions related to your perceptions of resistance training. If you’re interested in learning more or participating, please fill out the link above or contact: aguinagalab@gmail.com 

Help make the Next Alcohol Fitbit! The Alcohol Research Lab is looking for participants for a validation study of transdermal biosensing bracelets. Participation involves attending three laboratory sessions, wearing at least two transdermal bracelets (on your non-dominant hand) and filling out surveys for two weeks. Up to $400 in compensation for participation. 

Are you interested in a study involving research that will lead to advances in screening, treatment, and care of Major Depressive Disorder and Anxiety Disorder? We seek participants who currently have MDD or AD and participants who do not have either of these conditions. Participating in the study will involve completing surveys about physical and mental health and participating in an interview. 

Seeking participants (21-64 y/o) who had a sleeve gastrectomy 1-5 yrs. ago or have not had any bariatric surgeries (control group). Participants must not smoke and drink alcohol at least once a month. There will be blood draws, body composition assessments, alcohol challenge tests, and questionnaires. Compensation will be provided (up to $850 upon completion of 4 visits and free parking). Please fill out our online pre-screening form if you're interested, using the following link or contact ornella2@illinois.edu.

The ESSAMA Project studies Latina mothers' and young adults' experiences of stress, sleep, support, and well-being. You and your child (aged 14-25) would answer questions about experiences and feelings in 3 parts: an opening survey, a 7-day daily survey, and a closing survey. We seek Latina mothers who identify as Latina, Chicana, Mexican, or of Latina heritage with a child between 14-25 years old who currently live together. Sign up here.

The Nutrition and Exercise Performance Research Group is looking for participants to partake in a 2-day study to establish the utility of the indicator amino acid oxidation method in adults. Participation in this study involves 2-day habituation lead in with all meals provided, muscle biopsies and blood, breath and urine sampling during two all-day trials. Upon completion, you will receive $150, information about your body composition and caloric needs. Contact our lab (NEPRESEARCH@mx.uillinois.edu) for more information!

Are you a law student, professor, instructor, or legal professional interested in artificial intelligence? Join our collaborative research study (10–15 asynchronous hrs, flexible over ~1 week, $100/hr) and help us design case-based reasoning exercises for AI. You will also brainstorm criteria for strong reasoning, draft reference answers, and evaluate AI/human outputs. Help us make AI more transparent, accountable decision-makers! Fill out this interest form. Questions? Contact cbr-research-team@cs.washington.edu  (IRB #: STUDY00023317: CBR-AI)

Healthy adults ages 18-40 with no hearing loss but significant difficulty hearing in noise are invited for a study on listening in noise. There is an online survey to determine eligibility followed by lab visits for those who qualify. Lab visits include hearing screening, listening to sounds and measuring ear and brain activity. There is a maximum of three lab visits, each lasting 2-3 hours. Compensation for lab visits is paid in cash ($15 per hour). Parking is covered, and mileage is reimbursed ($0.655 per mile, up to a maximum of 37.5 miles per visit). To participate, complete our survey.