Ben Somers

Ben Somers, a researcher with a PhD and MBA, is pioneering a brain-computer interface for real-time hearing diagnostics. He discusses the challenges of diagnosing hearing loss in children, emphasizing the innovative use of EEG to obtain objective assessments. Ben shares insights on collaboration between engineering and neuroscience and highlights the revolutionary potential of their project, Corgee, aimed at transforming pediatric hearing diagnostics. His journey from academia to entrepreneurship illustrates the importance of real-world applications in research.