Centre for Prevention of Communication Disorders & Epidemiological Research & Cognitive Behavioral Science in Communication Disorder (C – PEC)
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Overview
The Center for Prevention of Communication Disorders & Epidemiological Research & Cognitive Behavioural Science in Communication Disorders (C-PEC) is a specialized Research Center at the All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, established to address the growing need for population-level research, early detection, and preventive strategies for communication disorders.
C-PEC aims to develop and implement evidence-based, community-centered models for the early identification, prevention, and management of communication disorders. The Center seeks to generate region-specific epidemiological data, engage local stakeholders, and design scalable screening and intervention frameworks. These efforts are directed toward reducing the burden of communication disorders and improving long-term communication health outcomes in diverse populations.
Key Focus Areas and Objectives
1. Prevention and Early Detection
C-PEC develops and implements screening tools and protocols for the early identification of speech, language, and hearing disorders in children. Special focus is placed on school-based screening, community outreach, and training of frontline workers to identify at-risk individuals at the earliest.
2. Epidemiological Research
The Center conducts large-scale population-based studies to determine the prevalence, risk factors, and patterns of communication disorders across various age groups and regions. Findings are used to inform policy, optimize resource allocation, and prioritize public health interventions.
3. Intersectoral Collaboration
Recognizing the importance of collective effort, C-PEC fosters partnerships with government bodies, schools, and NGOs community health networks to implement and evaluate sustainable tools to identify individuals who are at-risk for communication disorder.
Vission and Mission
OUR VISION
To serve as a national center of excellence in preventive communication healthcare by advancing epidemiological research, fostering community empowerment, and developing sustainable strategies to reduce the burden of communication disorders.
OUR MISSION
To prevent communication disorders through early identification, to advance scientific understanding through robust research, and comprehensive capacity-building initiatives.
Staff
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Dr. Sandeep M Professor of Audiology, Co-ordinator of C-PEC Contact Number: 0821-2502777
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Dr. Vasantha Lakshmi M S Associate Professor of Biostatistics, Member Secretary of C-PEC Email: vasanthalaksmi@aiishmysore.in Contact Number: 0821-2502265
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Ms. Sahana P
Assistant Professor of Audiology Email: sahanap@aiishmysore.in Contact Number: 0821-2502780
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Ms. Chandana S
Research officer Email: chandana.suresh1203@gmail.com
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Ms. Meghana
Specialized Personnel for Statistical Services Email: meghanameghu3024@gmail.com
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Research Papers Published
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Author (s) |
Title of the Paper |
Name of the Journal |
Year |
Doi |
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1. |
P, Sahana, M C Chaithra, & P Manjula |
Parental insights on Hearing Aid Usage in the ear Contralateral to unilateral Cochlear Implant among Children
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International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolar--yngology
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2023 |
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2 |
P, Sahana & P Manjula |
Exploring the Relationship between Auditory Late Latency Response and Language Age in Children using Cochlear Implant |
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolar--yngology
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2024 |
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3 |
P, Sahana & P Manjula |
Vocal Emotion perception in children with cochlear implant |
Journal of International advanced Otology
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2024 |
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Masters’ Dissertations related to C-PEC
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Student Name |
Guide |
Title |
Status |
Year |
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Chandana S |
Ms. Sahana P & Dr Sandeep M |
Development and Validation of a screening checklist for ear and Hearing disorders in Primary School Children |
Ongoing |
2024-25 |
Projects
Intramural Research (ARF)
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Retrospective analysis of clinical records- Implications for epidemiology of communication disorders: Phase I |
7,18,000.00 |
Dr. Vasantha Lakshmi M S |
Dr. Gayathri Krishnan & Dr. Gopi Sankar |
Ongoing |
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2. |
Evidence for efficacy of electrotherapy in management of oro-pharyngeal dysphagia: A systematic review and score for meta-analysis |
4,88,000.00 |
Dr. Gayathri Krishnan |
Dr. Vasantha Lakshmi M S, Dr Balaji R |
Ongoing |
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3. |
Prevalence of Communication Disorders in Lower Primary School Children of Urban Regions Mysuru District |
13,08,000.00 |
Ms. Sahana P |
Ms. Sindhusha Chandran |
Ongoing |
Scientific Presentations
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Authors |
Date |
Title of the Paper |
Title of the conference/workshop/seminar |
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Sahana P., & Manjula P. |
07.04.2023 08.04.2023.
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Parental Insights on Hearing Aid Usage in the Ear Contralateral to Unilateral Cochlear Implant among Children. |
National conference on Recent Advances in Assessment and Management of Communication Disorders at Aarupadai Veedu Medical College and Hospital, Puducherry |
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Sahana P., Thomas, P., & Saravanan P. |
07.04.2023 08.04.2023.
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Comparison of Validation of Hearing Aid Fitting in Elderly Using Hearing Aids with Different Level of Technologies. |
National conference on Recent Advances in Assessment and Management of Communication Disorders at Aarupadai Veedu Medical College and Hospital, Puducherry |
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Jose, S., Sucheta., Raj, S., & Sahana P.
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07.12.2023 and 08.12.2023. |
Comparative Analysis of Ultra-Frequency Audiometric Thresholds and Spectral Profile Thresholds in Monolingual, Bilingual, and Multilingual Adults. |
International National Conference, at AIISH, Mysuru |
Public Education
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