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Dr. Fan-Yin Cheng is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Montclair State University, where she leads the Brainstem & Auditory Neuroscience (BEAN) Lab. She earned her Ph.D. in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin in 2022, under the guidance of Dr. Craig Champlin and Dr. Spencer Smith.

Her research focuses on auditory neuroscience, examining the neural mechanisms of auditory perception and the bidirectional influence between cognitive processes and neural encoding—spanning subcortical to cortical processing, and cortical to subcortical pathways. Using behavioral measures and non-invasive electrophysiological techniques, Dr. Cheng investigates how the auditory system encodes speech sounds and how factors such as attention and higher-order cognition influence auditory processing.

Her current work explores the role of neural oscillations in dynamic listening environments, particularly in the encoding of successive sounds. Building on prior collaborations examining binaural hearing in individuals with combined electric and acoustic stimulation (EAS), she is now extending this line of research to cochlear implant (CI) populations. In parallel, her interest in oscillatory mechanisms has also motivated new work with auditory processing disorder (APD) populations, where altered neural dynamics may underlie listening challenges. Through her research and the work of the BEAN Lab, Dr. Cheng aims to connect theoretical insights with practical applications, contributing to advancements in auditory prosthetics and rehabilitation strategies for individuals with hearing impairments.

Specialization

Auditory neuroscience, Electrophysiology, Speech perception, Neural oscillations and auditory attention, Cochlear implants, Auditory Processing Disorders

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Fall

Thursday

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

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