Zilong Xie

Zilong Xie is an Assistant Professor in the School of Communication at Florida State University. His research focuses on the intersection of auditory, cognitive, and linguistic processes in speech recognition, with emphasis on aging, hearing loss, and cochlear implants. He employs interdisciplinary and computational methods to translate findings into clinical strategies for older adults, hearing-impaired individuals, and language learners.

• Ph.D. in Communication Sciences and Disorders (University of Texas at Austin, 2018)
• M.S. in Psychology (Peking University, 2013)
• B.S. in Psychology (Southwest University, 2009)

Key research areas include:

• Speech Perception
• Aging Effects on Auditory Processing
• Cochlear Implant Efficacy
• Neuroplasticity in Speech Recognition
• Electroencephalographic Responses

Recent publications highlight advancements in cortical tracking of speech under divided attention, age-related auditory changes, and machine learning applications for neurophysiological data analysis. His work bridges computational models with clinical audiology.

• 2023 FYAP Program Grant ($20,000)
• Institute for Successful Longevity Grant ($25,000)
• University of Kansas Medical Center Grant ($32,010)

Dr. Xie's research aims to optimize speech understanding through hearing rehabilitation, exploring neural mechanisms in both native and non-native listeners with impaired hearing.