06/16/2026
Participants needed for Speech Sound Disorders Study, Los Angeles, CA
SPEECH IMAGING STUDY
Children participants are needed for a research study using an investigational (not FDA approved) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) a safe imaging tool with no ionizing radiation to learn about human speech and language production.Details:• Children ages 5-8 years old• Monolingual native speaker of American English• Have typically developing speech OR have Speech Delay or Childhood Apraxia of Speech• Receive 1 motor speech assessment lasting between 1-3 hours• Receive 1 MRI scan lasting approximately 1 hour at the Dynamic Imaging Science Center located in the Michelson Building on the University Park Campus• Compensation of up to $250 for participation and transportation/parking is provided.Individuals may be excluded for braces or a fixed (non-removable) dental retainer as these affect imaging quality or if speech and/or hearing capabilities are incompatible with the aims of the research study.Participation: Participation in this study is completely voluntary. Volunteers may change their mind about participating at any time. Volunteers interested in participating will be provided with more information regarding the study and participation. Please contact through weblink: https://sites.usc.edu/disc/research-study-opportunity/
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