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Rolien Free is a researcher at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Groningen, affiliated with the Perceptual and Cognitive Neuroscience (PCN) department. Their work spans auditory perception, cochlear implants, and sensory plasticity.
- Key Research Areas: Emotion perception in cochlear implant users, tinnitus, hearing impairment, and genotype-phenotype correlations in auditory disorders.
- Education: Not explicitly stated in the text.
Research Trends: Recent work focuses on how cochlear implants affect emotional processing, using vocal and musical stimuli to assess quality of life. Earlier studies explored genetic bases of hearing loss (e.g., TMPRSS3) and auditory threshold dynamics. Collaborative projects like DOOFNL Consortium highlight interdisciplinary approaches.
Scientific Awards:
- Mandema Stipendium (2016) for auditory perception research.
- Advanced Bionics Industry Support (2013) for music-based therapies in cochlear implant users.
Professional Contributions: Rolien Free has organized international events (e.g., 8th Groningse Tinnitus Cursus) and presented at conferences like Forum Acusticum. Their work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for health and well-being.
