Newsroom Computational Audiology, April 23
This newsletter brings you urgent deadlines (VCCA2026 abstracts due May 3), exclusive workshops (VCCA pre-conference and WCA Seoul), and a hybrid CAN-SIG member meeting in Seoul. Plus, don’t miss our latest partnership with RNID and a recap of our first CAN Seminar!
📢 Important Deadlines & Registration Reminders
VCCA2026 Abstract Submission Deadline – May 3 (No Extension!)
The final deadline to submit your abstract for VCCA2026 is May 3, 2026. This is your last chance to contribute to the 7th Virtual Conference on Computational Audiology. No extensions will be granted, so don’t miss out!
🔗 Submit your abstract now
🎓 VCCA 2026 Pre-Conference Workshops
We are excited to introduce the pre-conference workshops for VCCA 2026, designed to provide hands-on learning experiences and in-depth perspectives on key methodological advances in computational audiology. Led by internationally recognized researchers, these workshops combine conceptual overviews with practical demonstrations. We would like to specially thank Dr. Mark Saddler and Ms. Annesya Banerjee for organizing these valuable workshops!
Workshop 1: “A Practical Introduction to Machine Learning for Hearing Science”
Workshop 1: “A Practical Introduction to Machine Learning for Hearing Science”📅 Date: June 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM (Madrid) | 10:00 AM (Miami) | 12:00 AM (June 20, Sydney)
👤 Speaker: Dr. Mark Saddler, DTU – Technical University of Denmark
📝 Abstract: From models of the auditory brain to audio enhancement algorithms, this tutorial provides a high-level overview of how machine learning is transforming hearing research. The session includes a presentation and an interactive demonstration using Jupyter notebooks.
🔗 Registration and further info: Eventbrite link
📧 Contact: marksa@dtu.dk
Workshop 2: “Computational Models of the Auditory Periphery: From Normal Hearing to Impairment”
Workshop 2: “Computational Models of the Auditory Periphery: From Normal Hearing to Impairment”📅 Date: June 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Madrid) | 12:00 PM (Miami) | 2:00 AM (June 20, Sydney)
👤 Speaker: Ms. Annesya Banerjee, Harvard University & MIT
📝 Abstract: This workshop offers hands-on experience with computational approaches for modeling normal and impaired auditory peripheral processing. Participants will generate their own simulations using Jupyter notebooks.
🔗 Registration: Eventbrite link
📧 Contact: annesya_banerjee@g.harvard.edu
👥 CAN-SIG Members Meeting in Seoul
We warmly invite all CAN-SIG members and prospective members to join our 60-minute member meeting in Seoul! The meeting will begin with a brief round of updates, followed by a discussion of our future ambitions. There will also be time for your questions and informal networking.
📅 Date: Monday, May 25, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM (Seoul Time) | 10:00 AM (Amsterdam Time)
📍 Location:
In-person: Room 206 (WCA Seoul)
Online: Zoom (link will be shared after registration)
📝 Registration: Register here (both for in-person and online attendance) and suggest agenda topics.
Draft Agenda:
- Welcome to CAN-SIG Members
- St CAN Foundation
- Strategic Work Plan (2026–2028)
- JOCA: Gauging Interest
- Q&A Session
Casual Get-Together (May 24)
After the Welcome Reception at WCA on Sunday, May 24, we invite you to join us for a casual get-together! Grab a drink, enjoy some food, and explore Seoul’s nightlife together.
On behalf of the CAN-SIG Executive Board,
Gloria Araiza-Ilan, Shang Wang, and Jan-Willem Wasmann
🔗Interested in our activities? Join CAN-SIG today – We need 15 more members to reach 200+ total members!
WCA 2026 Workshop: “The Force Awakens: Robots, Avatars, and ASR in Clinical Audiology”
For those attending WCA 2026 Seoul, this is your last opportunity to register for our workshop led by Gloria Araiza-Illan and Jan-Willem Wasmann. Explore how robots, AI-avatars, VR, and automated speech recognition (ASR) are revolutionizing hearing healthcare through live demos and interactive discussions.
📅 Date: May 24, 2026
💰 Fee: USD 100
🔗 Workshop details
📝 Registration: WCA 2026 Seoul Registration
Note: Workshops are exclusively available to registered WCA attendees.
📢 CAN & RNID sign MOU
The Computational Audiology Network (CAN) and the RNID (the Royal National Institute for Deaf People) in the UK have agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding to make progress in technology-enabled innovation in hearing healthcare. Through quarterly progress meetings, shared resources and interdisciplinary initiatives, this partnership seeks to enhance the knowledge and capabilities of researchers and clinicians in addressing the needs of individuals who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus. By integrating lived experience and promoting collaboration, the project aims to accelerate the translation of research into practical, impactful solutions that improve hearing services and outcomes across the UK and beyond.
🎥 CAN Seminar #1 Recap: “Deep Learning for Better Hearing”
Missed our first CAN Seminar on Deep Learning for Better Hearing? Watch the recording to discover the latest insights on deep neural networks (DNNs) in hearing aids and advanced signal processing.
Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to engage with CAN!
The Computational Audiology Network (CAN) is a global community dedicated to advancing hearing science through collaboration, innovation, and technology. Join us to shape the future of hearing healthcare!