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Hearing and Down Syndrome Research Study

You can participate in one of the largest and most comprehensive studies of Down syndrome in the world and receive a FREE hearing test!

Researchers at the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome and Boys Town National Research Hospital are working together to better understand hearing and balance in people with Down syndrome.

This research study offers a single appointment to test your hearing and give a biological sample. Participants will receive hearing and balance test results and join one of the largest biobank studies for Down syndrome research.

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Upcoming Events

June 15-17, 2026

Children's Hospital Colorado

13123 E 16th Ave

Aurora, CO 80045

June 18-21

International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association (IMDSA) Research & Retreat

701 California Street

Denver, CO 80202

July 23-26

National Down Syndrome Congress Convention

Hilton Signia

Orlando, FL

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Boys Town National Hospital team posing with a participant.

Learn More About Our Research Study

Questions? You can also email us at [email protected].

Boys Town IRB#: 24-08-F | Contact PI: Dr. Gabrielle Merchant

COMIRB#: 15-2170 | Contact PI: Dr. Joaquin Espinosa