Research Scientist, University of Miami, United States
Sebastian Ausili is a Research Scientist at the University of Miami specializing in auditory neuroscience . With a background in acoustical engineering and a Ph.D. from the Donders Institute , he bridges clinical innovation and engineering to develop hearing solutions . His work spans spatial hearing , cochlear health , and multisensory integration . Passionate about inclusivity , he creates Spanish-language audiological tools to foster global accessibility. Through strong collaborations with academia and industry , Dr. Ausili advances the future of hearing healthcare .
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🎓 Education
Dr. Ausili completed a Diploma in Audiology at the University of Salamanca (2023) , earned his Ph.D. in Auditory Neuroscience at the Donders Institute/Radboud University (2019) , and holds dual undergraduate degrees in Sound Engineering and Sound Recording Technology from Tres de Febrero National University (2014, 2011). His multidisciplinary education blends technical, clinical, and research expertise , shaping a career at the cutting-edge of auditory science and innovation .
💼 Experience
Sebastian Ausili has a dynamic career across academia and industry , leading research in spatial hearing , cochlear implants , and multisensory integration . As a Research Scientist at the University of Miami , he directs clinical innovation projects and collaborates with leaders like Cochlear Ltd. and Sonova on next-gen auditory tech . His experience includes developing cochlear health monitoring methods , creating AI-integrated hearing aids , and mentoring emerging researchers worldwide .
🏆 Awards and Honors
Chair, Symposium on Cochlear Health, ARO 2025 Invited Keynote Speaker at ASOAUDIO 2024 Founding Member of IBeroamerican Auditory Network (IBAN) Executive Board Member, Computational Audiology Network (CAN) Long-Range Planning Committee Member, Association for Research in Otolaryngology (ARO) Active collaborations with leading universities like Cambridge , Oldenburg , Radboud Advocate for Spanish-language accessibility in audiology
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Ausili’s research targets cochlear implants , cochlear health monitoring , spatial hearing , and multisensory integration . He pioneers impedance-based cochlear diagnostics , spatial localization studies , and AI-enhanced hearing technologies . He advances Spanish-language audiological resources , collaborates across academia and industry , and focuses on clinical translation of cutting-edge auditory neuroscience to real-world patient care . His interdisciplinary projects shape next-gen hearing solutions for diverse populations .
Conclusion
Dr. Sebastián Ausili is a highly deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award. His portfolio shows an excellent balance between academic excellence, clinical translation, industry impact, and global inclusivity. His research addresses critical challenges in auditory neuroscience and hearing technology with real-world applications. Although early-to-mid career citation metrics and patent outputs could be further strengthened, his leadership, breadth of contributions, and clear impact on patient care and scientific advancement strongly support his candidacy.
Publication
Hearing with one ear: consequences and treatments for profound unilateral hearing loss
Authors: HA Snapp, SA Ausili
Year: 2020
Title: Hearing with one ear: consequences and treatments for profound unilateral hearing loss
Citation: 72
Improved directional hearing of children with congenital unilateral conductive hearing loss implanted with an active bone-conduction implant or an active middle ear implant
Authors: K Vogt, H Frenzel, SA Ausili, D Hollfelder, B Wollenberg, AFM Snik, …
Year: 2018
Title: Improved directional hearing of children with congenital unilateral conductive hearing loss implanted with an active bone-conduction implant or an active middle ear implant
Citation: 60
Spatial hearing by bilateral cochlear implant users with temporal fine-structure processing
Authors: SA Ausili, MJH Agterberg, A Engel, C Voelter, JP Thomas, S Brill, …
Year: 2020
Title: Spatial hearing by bilateral cochlear implant users with temporal fine-structure processing
Citation: 23
Sound localization in real-time vocoded cochlear-implant simulations with normal-hearing listeners
Authors: SA Ausili, B Backus, MJH Agterberg, AJ van Opstal, MM van Wanrooij
Year: 2019
Title: Sound localization in real-time vocoded cochlear-implant simulations with normal-hearing listeners
Citation: 21
Measuring the electrical status of the bionic ear. re-thinking the impedance in cochlear implants
Authors: FA Di Lella, M Parreño, F Fernandez, CM Boccio, SA Ausili
Year: 2020
Title: Measuring the electrical status of the bionic ear. Re-thinking the impedance in cochlear implants
Citation: 20
Toward self-measures in cochlear implants: Daily and “homemade” impedance assessment
Authors: M Parreño, FA Di Lella, F Fernandez, CM Boccio, SA Ausili
Year: 2020
Title: Toward self-measures in cochlear implants: Daily and “homemade” impedance assessment
Citation: 17
The effects of hearing protection devices on spatial awareness in complex listening environments
Authors: HA Snapp, B Millet, N Schaefer-Solle, SM Rajguru, SA Ausili
Year: 2023
Title: The effects of hearing protection devices on spatial awareness in complex listening environments
Citation: 11
Bimodal fitting and bilateral cochlear implants in children with significant residual hearing: the impact of asymmetry in spatial release of masking on localization
Authors: M Sparreboom, S Ausili, MJH Agterberg, EAM Mylanus
Year: 2021
Title: Bimodal fitting and bilateral cochlear implants in children with significant residual hearing: the impact of asymmetry in spatial release of masking on localization
Citation: 7
A model framework for simulating spatial hearing of bilateral cochlear implant users
Authors: H Hu, SA Ausili, B Williges, J Klug, RC Felsheim, D Vickers, M Dietz
Year: 2023
Title: A model framework for simulating spatial hearing of bilateral cochlear implant users
Citation: 6
Lateralization of interaural level differences in children with bilateral cochlear implants
Authors: M Sparreboom, SA Ausili, EAM Mylanus
Year: 2022
Title: Lateralization of interaural level differences in children with bilateral cochlear implants
Citation: 5
Measurement, evaluation and analysis of noise and vibrations produced by an Argentinean medium tank
Authors: F Ruffa, JM Simoncelli, J Mansilla Benasco, M Cardozo, A Chorubczyk, …
Year: 2013
Title: Measurement, evaluation and analysis of noise and vibrations produced by an Argentinean medium tank
Citation: 5
Biological Response Dynamics to Cochlear Implantation: Modeling and Modulating the Electrode–Tissue Interface
Authors: SA Ausili, M Parreño, F Fernandez, CM Boccio, FA Di Lella
Year: 2022
Title: Biological Response Dynamics to Cochlear Implantation: Modeling and Modulating the Electrode–Tissue Interface
Citation: 3