Articles from February 2026

Figueroa, Castillo-Allendes, and Hunter from VBAL lab monitoring airways.

CSD researchers develop a standardized benchmarking framework to advance clinical voice sensor validation

Friday, February 27, 2026
A new standardized benchmarking framework created by Dr. Eric Hunter’s Voice Biomechanics & Acoustics Lab found that inexpensive contact microphones can reliably capture key voice measures, allowing clinicians to more easily and accessibly practice in everyday environments.
Students laughing during the CSD open house.

CSD research lab open house highlights opportunities for students

Monday, February 23, 2026
The open house featured labs from around the department, including assistant professor Ethan Kutlu’s Speech Sign and Systems Lab.