A man with light skin tone with balding red hair and a red beard and mustache. He is wearing a black polo that reads Idaho State University Audiology. He is smiling.

Dr. Curtis Billings, Ph.D., CCC-A

Assistant Professor

Office: SPA Building 68, Room 221

(208) 282-3813

curtisbillings@isu.edu

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Audiology, 2008, University of Washington
Master of Science (M.S.), Audiology, 2002, University of Washington
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Speech & Hearing Science (Spanish Minor), 2000, University of Utah

Research Topics

Speech understanding in complex backgrounds
Brain-behavior relationships
Neuroplasticity
Hearing impairment
Aging

Biography

Dr. Billings uses human electroencephalography, specifically auditory evoked potentials, and behavioral methods to understand the effects of auditory deprivation and stimulation on the brain. This includes interests in the neural effects of hearing aids, hearing impairment, aging, and auditory training. The long-term goal of this research program is to improve the diagnosis and treatment of hearing impairment by determining how experience-related changes in the brain facilitate and/or inhibit successful auditory rehabilitation. Dr. Billings is also a licensed audiologist.

Personal Interests/Hobbies
Camping, hiking, and family time