Hough Ear Institute

Hough Ear Institute Restoring hearing worldwide through research, teaching, and humanitarian efforts.

đź’™ Hough Science Camp would not have been possible without our incredible volunteers.More than 30 volunteers gave their t...
06/18/2026

đź’™ Hough Science Camp would not have been possible without our incredible volunteers.

More than 30 volunteers gave their time, energy, and encouragement to help make camp a meaningful experience for our students. From checking campers in, to guiding them through experiments, to helping with creative exercises, they helped make every part of the day run smoothly.

Many of our sponsors also sent members of their own teams to volunteer, showing that their support went far beyond financial generosity. They showed up in person to invest in Oklahoma students and help spark curiosity in the next generation.

To every volunteer, instructor, partner, and sponsor: thank you. You helped create a day full of discovery, confidence, creativity, and connection.

Presented by OSU-OKC and sponsored by: The Chickasaw Nation, E.L. and Thelma Ga***rd Foundation, Expand Energy, Jasco Giving Hope Foundation, Tyler Media, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Love's Travel Stops, Modular Services Company, and Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

💬 June is National Aphasia Awareness MonthAphasia is a communication disorder that can affect a person’s ability to spea...
06/17/2026

đź’¬ June is National Aphasia Awareness Month

Aphasia is a communication disorder that can affect a person’s ability to speak, understand language, read, or write—often after a stroke or brain injury.

It does not mean a person has lost intelligence. It means communication has become harder.

At Hough Ear Institute, our work is centered on connection. While our focus is hearing health, we know communication depends on many things: hearing, speech, language, understanding, patience, and support.

This month, we recognize those living with aphasia, the families who support them, and the speech-language professionals who help people reconnect through communication.

Because being understood—and being included—matters. 💙

🧪 What an incredible day!Last Friday, we hosted our biggest Hough Science Camp yet, welcoming nearly 70 students for a f...
06/15/2026

🧪 What an incredible day!

Last Friday, we hosted our biggest Hough Science Camp yet, welcoming nearly 70 students for a full day of hands-on STEAM learning at OSU-OKC.

Students explored science, technology, engineering, art, and math through interactive experiments and activities—from DNA extraction and electrical circuits to hearing tests, chemistry, biology, CSI investigations, and creative design.

Most importantly, they had the chance to ask questions, try new things, build confidence, and imagine what their future in science could look like.

We are so grateful to every volunteer, instructor, partner, and sponsor who made this day possible. Because of you, Oklahoma students had access to a free, meaningful, and exciting learning experience that we hope will inspire them for years to come.

Presented by OSU-OKC and sponsored by: The Chickasaw Nation, E.L. and Thelma Ga***rd Foundation, Expand Energy, Jasco Giving Hope Foundation, Tyler Media, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Love's Travel Stops, Modular Services Company, and Oklahoma City Community Foundation!

A huge thanks to OSU-OKC for hosting our STEAM camp this year! Check out these photos they took, as well as a short arti...
06/15/2026

A huge thanks to OSU-OKC for hosting our STEAM camp this year! Check out these photos they took, as well as a short article about our camp in the students' own words!

🧪 Tomorrow is the day!We are so excited to welcome students to Hough Science Camp, presented by Hough Ear Institute and ...
06/11/2026

🧪 Tomorrow is the day!

We are so excited to welcome students to Hough Science Camp, presented by Hough Ear Institute and OSU-OKC!

Students will spend the day exploring hands-on STEAM activities, asking questions, testing ideas, and discovering what’s possible through science, creativity, and curiosity.

This camp is about more than one day of learning—it’s about helping inspire Oklahoma’s next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and future leaders.

We can’t wait to see curiosity come to life tomorrow at OSU-OKC! 💙

Sponsored by: The Chickasaw Nation, E.L. and Thelma Ga***rd Foundation, Expand Energy, Jasco Giving Hope Foundation, Tyler Media, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Love's Travel Stops, Modular Services Company, and Oklahoma City Community Foundation!

🧪 Hough Science Camp is just TWO days away!So… what’s going on at Hough Science Camp?A lot.Students will step into hands...
06/10/2026

🧪 Hough Science Camp is just TWO days away!

So… what’s going on at Hough Science Camp?

A lot.

Students will step into hands-on STEAM experiences at OSU-OKC, including:

🧬 DNA extraction
⚡ Electrical circuits
đź‘‚ Real otoscopy and hearing tests
🧪 Making CO₂ with chemistry
🧠 Synthetic cadavers and biology
🔎 CSI and fingerprinting experiments
🎨 Plus a touch of art throughout the day

This camp is all about helping Oklahoma students explore, create, test, discover, and imagine what’s possible.

We can’t wait to see curiosity come to life.

Sponsored by: The Chickasaw Nation, E.L. and Thelma Ga***rd Foundation, Expand Energy, Jasco Giving Hope Foundation, Tyler Media, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Love's Travel Stops, Modular Services Company, and Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

🧠 World Brain Tumor DayToday, we recognize the individuals and families affected by brain tumors—and the courage it take...
06/08/2026

🧠 World Brain Tumor Day

Today, we recognize the individuals and families affected by brain tumors—and the courage it takes to navigate the uncertainty, fear, and life changes that can come with them.

For some, brain tumors are also closely tied to hearing health. Neurofibromatosis Type 2, often called NF2, is a rare genetic condition that can cause tumors to develop on the nerves involved in hearing and balance. These tumors can lead to hearing loss, tinnitus, balance challenges, and other serious complications.

This connection is deeply personal to Hough Ear Institute board member Sharina Perry, whose nephew was diagnosed with NF2 at a young age. The tumors he developed greatly affected his hearing, giving Sharina and her family a firsthand understanding of how deeply hearing loss can impact daily life, communication, and connection.

Stories like his remind us why awareness matters—and why continued research, education, and support are so important for families facing complex hearing health challenges.

Today, we stand with those affected by brain tumors, NF2, and hearing loss.

Today marks 82 years since D-Day, when Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy in one of the most consequential ...
06/06/2026

Today marks 82 years since D-Day, when Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy in one of the most consequential moments of World War II.

We remember the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who fought—and especially those who never came home.

For many who have served, the sounds of military service do not end when the mission does. Gunfire, aircraft, heavy machinery, and explosions can leave lasting effects on hearing. The VA notes that high-intensity noise exposure during military service can contribute to both hearing loss and tinnitus.

At Hough Ear Institute, we honor our veterans not only by remembering their service, but by recognizing the lasting impact it can have on their lives.

Today, we remember. We honor. We are grateful.

We’re grateful to share that Hough Ear Institute has received a research grant from the American Hearing Research Founda...
06/03/2026

We’re grateful to share that Hough Ear Institute has received a research grant from the American Hearing Research Foundation to support a new project focused on chronic tinnitus.

Tinnitus can sometimes develop after noise exposure—even when hearing seems relatively normal. Our researchers are studying how this may be connected to changes in the inner ear’s “feedback system,” where the brain sends signals back to the ear to help regulate hearing sensitivity.

In early lab models, our team has found that chronic tinnitus may be linked to damage in nerve endings involved in this feedback process. This new project will allow our researchers to study that connection more closely and evaluate whether a small molecule treatment can help modify the outcome in preclinical models.

This work is still in the research stage, but it represents an important step toward better understanding tinnitus—and pursuing future ways to help those who live with it.

🧠💙 June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness MonthAt Hough Ear Institute, we believe hearing health is part of whole-person ...
06/01/2026

🧠💙 June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

At Hough Ear Institute, we believe hearing health is part of whole-person health—including brain health.

Research continues to show important connections between hearing loss, communication, social connection, and cognitive well-being. While there is still much to learn, hearing loss is recognized as one of several modifiable risk factors associated with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

That’s why our researchers are working to better understand the connection between the ear and the brain—so we can help advance knowledge, raise awareness, and support healthier lives.

This month, we join others in recognizing the importance of brain health, research, and hope for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

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