Award
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders 5R01DC020799-04
Vital capacity & airflow measurement for voice evaluation: A vortex whistle system
Recipient
University of Central Florida
Award Amount
$614,869.00
Ceiling
$614,869.00
Awarded
July 14, 2026
Identifier
5R01DC020799-04
NIH funds University of Central Florida to develop a low-cost vortex whistle system for voice evaluation, aiming to provide an accessible alternative to expensive clinical instruments through innovative hardware and software development, validation, and clinical testing.
Description
This NIH-funded project seeks to innovate voice assessment technology by creating a cost-effective, portable vortex whistle device and software, with validation and clinical testing planned. The project aims to develop a low-cost, accurate vortex whistle device and analysis software to measure respiratory capacity and phonatory airflow, providing an accessible alternative to traditional pneumotachometers and aerodynamic instruments for voice assessment.