3MT 2024 | Tharin Sayed - Zapping Tinnitus Away
"My name is Tharin Sayed and I am an audiologist, mid-way through my PhD. Throughout my career, I have met many people who are experiencing debilitating tinnitus – i.e. any phantom sound that a person hears, in the absence of any external sound. They have sought help from their GP, gone to the ENT specialist and received no answers because, unfortunately, there is no cure for tinnitus. My PhD project focuses on a new treatment that involves stimulating specific areas of the brain to reduce tinnitus perception. Participating in the 3MT has helped me refine my research pitch so I am able to communicate what I am studying effectively to a broader group of people. I am also passionate about public education, and this has allowed me a platform to bring greater awareness to tinnitus."
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