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Adjunct Professor Stefan Launer is affiliated with the University of Queensland's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and the University of Queensland Centre for Hearing Research (CHEAR). His work focuses on advancing audiological care through evidence-based interventions, patient-centered approaches, and innovative technologies. Key areas of research include hearing aid adoption dynamics, auditory rehabilitation methodologies, and the intersection of hearing health with broader health outcomes like cognitive function. He has pioneered the use of ecological momentary assessment (EMA) to study real-time hearing experiences and collaborated extensively on global health initiatives, particularly in resource-constrained settings.
Research interests center on hearing aid technology optimization, multimorbidity management in hearing loss, and transforming audiological services through digital health solutions. He has contributed to developing clinical assessment tools like the EMO-CHeQ and emphasized the need for holistic approaches integrating hearing health with overall wellness.
His publications reflect a focus on translating research into actionable clinical practices, such as improving appointment attendance strategies and advocating for policy changes to enhance hearing health accessibility. Collaborations span disciplines including public health, neuroscience, and data science, reflecting his mission to bridge gaps between research and real-world applications in audiology.
