Research Interns: Speech Motor Control and Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
Research Interns: Speech Motor Control and Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
Prof. Marziye Eshghi, Speech Physiology and Neurobiology of Aging and Dementia Lab (SPaN-AD Lab), Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions
fall 2024
The research conducted at the SPaN-AD Lab is centered on quantifying speech motor control in individuals at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Our goal is to further validate the changes in speech motor performance by correlating them with established blood and neuroimaging biomarkers of AD. We employ a multimodal approach, capturing the acoustic, kinematic, and electrophysiological aspects of speech motor control in individuals both with and without dementia. Responsibilities: As an intern, you will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various facets of research and data analysis. Your responsibilities will include conducting data quality checks and participating in speech acoustic and kinematic data analysis processes. Additionally, you will be tasked with transcribing audio samples for assessing speech intelligibility severity or creating annotations of speech signals for subsequent EMG data analyses. You will also play an active role in disseminating our findings by contributing to conference papers and assisting with submissions to peer-reviewed journals. Additional Information: This internship involves a hybrid work environment, with duties carried out both remotely and on-site at 1 Constitution Wharf, Boston, MA 02129, where you will work in designated spaces for research interns and research assistants. This internship will significantly enhance your educational experience and career readiness. You will gain practical knowledge in cutting-edge research techniques, engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, and develop a deeper understanding of the neurobiology underlying neurodegenerative diseases and speech motor impairments. Your engagement with both patients and research in this program will provide you with a comprehensive perspective on the field, equipping you to become a more competitive candidate for future educational and career opportunities. To Apply: Contact Prof. Eshghi at meshghi@mgh.harvard.edu. (posted 8/2024)
Prof. Marziye Eshghi, Speech Physiology and Neurobiology of Aging and Dementia Lab (SPaN-AD Lab), Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions
fall 2024
The research conducted at the SPaN-AD Lab is centered on quantifying speech motor control in individuals at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Our goal is to further validate the changes in speech motor performance by correlating them with established blood and neuroimaging biomarkers of AD. We employ a multimodal approach, capturing the acoustic, kinematic, and electrophysiological aspects of speech motor control in individuals both with and without dementia. Responsibilities: As an intern, you will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various facets of research and data analysis. Your responsibilities will include conducting data quality checks and participating in speech acoustic and kinematic data analysis processes. Additionally, you will be tasked with transcribing audio samples for assessing speech intelligibility severity or creating annotations of speech signals for subsequent EMG data analyses. You will also play an active role in disseminating our findings by contributing to conference papers and assisting with submissions to peer-reviewed journals. Additional Information: This internship involves a hybrid work environment, with duties carried out both remotely and on-site at 1 Constitution Wharf, Boston, MA 02129, where you will work in designated spaces for research interns and research assistants. This internship will significantly enhance your educational experience and career readiness. You will gain practical knowledge in cutting-edge research techniques, engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, and develop a deeper understanding of the neurobiology underlying neurodegenerative diseases and speech motor impairments. Your engagement with both patients and research in this program will provide you with a comprehensive perspective on the field, equipping you to become a more competitive candidate for future educational and career opportunities. To Apply: Contact Prof. Eshghi at meshghi@mgh.harvard.edu. (posted 8/2024)