Alice Shadis

Alice Shadis is a Senior Lecturer and qualified Audiologist at Swansea University, dual-registered with RCCP and HCPC as an NHS clinical Audiologist and Hearing Aid Distributor. She holds a first-class honors degree in Audiology from Swansea University, complemented by a Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education and HEA/AAU teaching fellowships. Her expertise focuses on Adult Auditory Rehabilitation, Tinnitus, and Hyperacusis Therapy. She served as Secretary of the British Society of Audiology’s Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Special Interest Group (2016–2019), contributing to UK clinical practice guidelines. As Program Director of the Certificate in Basic Audiological Practice (FHEQ Level 4), she develops modules for Associate Audiologists in NHS Wales. She is a STEM Ambassador advocating Audiology careers in Welsh schools.

Educations:

• BSc (Hons) Audiology, Swansea University, First Class
• Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education

Research Interests: Alice’s work explores inflammatory biomarkers in tinnitus, clinical audiological diagnostics, and rehabilitation strategies. Her 2022 meta-analysis on platelet and leukocyte biomarkers highlights translational research potential. She emphasizes practical applications in audiological practice and guideline development.

Scientific Awards:

• Senior Fellow, British Society of Audiology (2020)
• AAU Teaching Fellowship

Advising & Grants: Alice oversees practitioner training programs and collaborates on NHS Wales initiatives. Her advocacy includes hosting Audiology education events in Wales, promoting STEM careers.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with NHS Wales audiology teams and the British Society of Audiology on guideline development and clinical research.