RNID·Professional org·Accessibility·7d agoShape the future of subtitles and signing for on-demand TVRNID urges the hearing-loss community to respond to Ofcom's consultation on improving subtitles and sign-language provision for Tier 1 on-demand TV services.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·13d agoLove live music? Tell us how you protect your hearingRNID is recruiting young people who attend live music events to participate in an upcoming hearing protection awareness campaign.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·2w agoHow hearing loss tested our connectionA personal account published by RNID explores how hearing loss affects daily life, relationships, and communication, featuring perspectives from Dr Aamer Khan and Lesley Reynolds.＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·2w agoTargeting mitochondria to protect against noise-induced hearing lossProfessor Ruben Stepanyan at Case Western Reserve University is investigating mitochondrial mechanisms of noise-induced inner-ear damage to identify therapeutic targets, in a project running October 2023–September 2026.＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·2w agoDeveloping gene therapy for TOMT-linked hearing lossDr Christopher Cunningham and Dr Adele Moatti at the University of Pittsburgh are developing a gene therapy to treat hearing loss caused by mutations in the TOMT gene, in a project running March 2026–February 2028.＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·2w agoInvestigating the feasibility of gene therapy for stereocilin-related hearing lossProfessor Els Henckaerts at KU Leuven is testing the feasibility of gene therapy to treat hearing loss caused by mutations in the stereocilin gene, in a project running March 2026–February 2028.＋Save
RNID·Other·Hearing aids·2w agoEvaluating a novel signal-processing strategy for improving perception of speechRNID-funded project (Sept 2026–2029) led by Prof Jennifer Linden at UCL tests a novel hearing-aid signal-processing strategy to improve speech perception in noisy environments.＋Save
RNID·Other·Tinnitus·2w agoDisentangling brain activity underlying hyperacusis and tinnitusRNID-funded project (Apr 2026–Jan 2027) led by Prof Sarah Verhulst at Ghent University investigates distinct brain mechanisms underlying hyperacusis and tinnitus to improve diagnosis and treatment.＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·2w agoReal-time monitoring of listening effort and fatigue in older adultsRNID-funded project (Sept 2026–2027) led by Dr Kate Slade at Lancaster University aims to develop real-world hearing tests measuring listening effort and fatigue in older adults with hearing loss.＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·2w agoInvestigation of the relationship between APOE4 expression, hearing loss and Alzheimer Disease pathologyRNID-funded project (Sept 2026–2029) led by Dr Daniel Llano at University of Illinois investigates whether and how APOE4 expression links hearing loss to Alzheimer's disease pathology.＋Save
RNID·Journal article·Pediatric·2w agoImproving the function of the infection-fighting cells to prevent glue ear in childrenDr Jason Powell at Newcastle University will investigate the immunological mechanisms underlying otitis media with effusion (glue ear) in children and explore potential treatments, in a project running September 2026–2029.＋Save
RNID·Journal article·Tinnitus·3w agoAltered auditory efferent activity as a potential factor in tinnitus emergenceDr Hui Hong at Creighton University is investigating the role of the auditory efferent system—brain-to-inner-ear signalling related to sound volume regulation—in the development of hearing loss and tinnitus (June 2026–June 2029).＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·3w agoUncovering the ‘hidden’ genetics of childhood hearing lossRNID-funded project led by Prof. Patricia Perez-Carpena (University of Granada) aims to develop a new diagnostic method for identifying the genetic causes of childhood sensorineural hearing loss, April 2026–March 2027.＋Save
RNID·Other·Research (general)·3w agoSpeech encoding in the brain and how it changes during ageingRNID-funded project led by Dr Christian Keine (Universität Oldenburg) investigates how the brain encodes speech and why speech-in-noise perception declines with age, running April 2026–March 2027.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·3w agoBaby monitors for caregivers who are deaf or have hearing lossRNID guide to baby monitors adapted for deaf or hard-of-hearing caregivers, explaining how the devices work and how alerts can be connected to accessible notification systems.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Accessibility·3w agoAlarm clocks for people who are deaf or have hearing lossRNID guide covering alarm clocks and waking devices designed for deaf or hard-of-hearing users, including options that use vibration, light, or amplified sound.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Research (general)·3w agoGovernment support for early‑career researchers at RNIDRNID has received funding from the NIHR's Early Career Researcher Support Fund, part of a £37 million initiative backing medical research charities that support early-career researchers.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Research (general)·3w agoCan we prevent hearing loss caused by antibiotics?RNID-funded research aims to prevent or reduce ototoxic hearing loss caused by aminoglycoside antibiotics, highlighted during Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Week.＋Save
RNID·Other·Accessibility·4w agoBrighton eventRNID is hosting a Gifts in Wills event on 23 September 2026 at Brighton i360, aimed at supporters interested in helping deaf people, those with hearing loss, or tinnitus.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·4w agoMy hearing loss journey and why I volunteer with RNIDWayne Benskin, 41, shares his personal hearing loss journey and his experience volunteering with the RNID Near You community service since 2025.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·6w agoPhilanthropyRNID's philanthropy page appeals to donors and philanthropists to fund its work supporting the estimated 1 in 3 UK people affected by deafness, hearing loss, or tinnitus over its 100-year history.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·6w agoTrusts and FoundationsRNID's Trusts and Foundations page highlights chronic underfunding of hearing health support and calls on philanthropic grant-makers to help address poorer health outcomes for deaf people and those with hearing loss or tinnitus.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·6w agoVoting and electionsRNID provides guidance on voting and elections for deaf people and those with hearing loss or tinnitus, advising the public, MPs, and candidates on inclusive campaigning and government representation.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·6w agoWho we areRNID introduces itself as a UK charity working to make society fully inclusive for deaf people and those with hearing loss or tinnitus, through campaigning, practical advice, and pioneering new treatments.＋Save
RNID·Professional org·Public health & policy·6w agoPolicy and influencingRNID describes its policy and influencing work, using evidence about barriers faced by deaf people and those with hearing loss or tinnitus to propose societal changes to decision makers, employers, and service providers.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·6w agoSpring Appeal 2026RNID Spring Appeal 2026 fundraising campaign highlights sudden hearing loss as a medical emergency and solicits donations to support timely public awareness and response efforts.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·6w agoA memorable moment for #TeamRNID at TCS London MarathonRNID recaps its team of 25 runners who participated in the 2026 TCS London Marathon, celebrating their fundraising efforts and community spirit.＋Save
RNID·Other·Public health & policy·6w agoPlay our weekly lotteryRNID promotes its weekly charity lottery (£1/entry, up to £500 in prizes, plus biannual Superdraw) to raise funds supporting people who are deaf, have hearing loss, or tinnitus.＋Save
RNID·Blog·Public health & policy·6w agoRunning to raise awareness of hearing lossAudiologist Jon Cade, 36, ran the Taunton Half Marathon to raise awareness and funds for RNID, citing his daily experience with patients affected by hearing loss and tinnitus.＋Save
