2025 - Audiology Student Day (15th edition)

The 15th edition of the Audiology Student Day (ASD 2025) took place in a dynamic and inspiring atmosphere, marking a highlight for the Quebec audiology community. Thanks to a bimodal format , participants were able to attend presentations in person at the Université de Montréal or follow the conferences live on the virtual platform. This hybrid formula, combining the richness of face-to-face exchanges with the flexibility of digital technology, attracted a large audience of students, researchers, clinicians, and professionals in the field.

Inspiring speakers at the heart of current events in audiology

The day's scientific program featured six speakers who generously shared their knowledge and experience in the field.

Dr. Ronald Choquette , a semi-retired professor from the School of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology at the University of Montreal, opened the day by sharing his extensive knowledge on the evolution of audiological practice and the thoughts that continue to inform the profession. He presented a lecture entitled " Documents for Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Counseling ."

Next, Alexis Pinsonnault-Skvarenina , audiologist and researcher, captivated the audience with a presentation that blended technology and clinical practice. Accompanied by Professor Jérémie Voix, a physicist by training and acoustician by passion, he presented a lecture entitled " Research and Innovation in In-Ear Technologies for Hearing Health ." Their work aims to develop devices capable of protecting against harmful noise, amplifying speech and useful sounds, detecting biosignals to monitor hearing and cognitive health, and even acting as neurological stimulators. This innovative presentation perfectly illustrates the promising future of wearable technologies for hearing.

Dr. Mickael Deroche , Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Concordia University, presented a lecture entitled "Pupillometry and Listening Effort in Cochlear Implant Patients" that immersed participants in the fascinating world of understanding auditory processing. By demonstrating how pupil dilation can reveal cognitive effort related to listening, Dr. Deroche illustrated the importance of integrating basic research into clinical practice.

Dr. Adriana Lacerda , Associate Professor at the University of Montreal and researcher at CRIUGM, presented her project to raise awareness and prevent deafness and tinnitus in primary schools at the JEA. Her lecture, entitled " Hearing Health in Schools: Implementation and Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Preventive Innovations ," showed how innovative strategies can protect the hearing of young children and promote hearing health from the beginning of school.

Professor Andréanne Sharp , an audiologist and auditory neuroscience researcher at Université Laval, presented at the JEA the challenges and limitations of musical perception in people with hearing loss. During her lecture, she shared her latest findings and demonstrated how music can become a promising tool for hearing rehabilitation, illustrating the innovation and interdisciplinarity at the heart of her research.

Finally, Erica Zaia , an experienced audiologist and clinical assistant professor at the University of British Columbia, presented her only remote lecture in English at the JEA, entitled “ Identifying and Managing Vestibular Migraine and PPPD in the Vestibular Audiology Clinic .” She discussed the management of vestibular disorders, including vestibular migraine and Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), sharing her expertise gained over nearly 30 years of clinical practice and research.

A day of exchanges and collaboration

Beyond the conferences, the ASD 2025 provided an opportunity for numerous companies and associations active in the field of audiology to join the event. Their presence allowed students to discover new technologies, build professional relationships, and better understand the realities of the hearing market in Quebec. The commitment of these partners demonstrates the dynamism of the sector and the concrete support provided to the next generation.

The day ended on a note of pride and enthusiasm: pride in having brought the community together around a common goal, and enthusiasm for the richness of the exchanges that nourish reflection and audiological practice.

A landmark edition looking to the future

By combining accessibility, innovation, and passion, the 15th edition of the ASD confirmed the vitality of the next generation of audiologists. It also demonstrated the importance of building bridges between research, clinical practice, and industry. This is a mission that the 16th edition , already in preparation, will pursue with equal energy and ambition.