We live in an age driven by the pursuit of high-definition experiences. Big Tech pushes for ever-higher resolutions—from 4K to 8K—and virtual and augmented reality, with devices like the Apple Vision Pro, promise hyperreal visuals and sound. Billions are spent annually to perfect these sensory experiences. Yet, amidst this technological marvel, we often overlook the extraordinary capabilities of our own bodies.

The human auditory system is a biological masterpiece, allowing us to experience these advancements in ways technology alone cannot replicate. Yet, we neglect our hearing. While we protect our gadgets, we fail to prioritize the health of our most precious sensory organ—our ears. Despite this, hearing remains one of the most remarkable systems in the human body, capable of detecting the faintest vibrations with astonishing precision.

However, for all the billions spent on refining technology, hearing health is still underfunded. Hearing conditions, from tinnitus to inner ear disorders, are one of the world’s most prevalent unmet medical needs, yet our solutions remain limited to hearing aids and cochlear implants—inadequate replacements for the brilliance of natural hearing.

We envision a world where biological solutions can regenerate the inner ear, restoring hearing to its original, natural state. No one should have to live without the full experience of sound, as it was meant to be heard.

Hearing loss and auditory conditions can affect anyone, causing unseen suffering. Age, loud noises, middle ear inflammation, meningitis, ototoxic medications, and trauma are all common causes. As urban noise rises and personal audio devices proliferate, hearing difficulties are expected to grow, from 1.5 billion to 2.5 billion people in the next 25 years.

While scientists worldwide are working tirelessly to find cures, their efforts are often limited by insufficient funding. Compared to other health causes, hearing health is consistently underfunded.

We represent a collective of sound lovers committed to accelerating research in inner ear regeneration. Over the past 20 years, scientists have made significant progress, and we’re closer than ever to unlocking potential cures for hearing loss, tinnitus, and hyperacusis. However, the timeline for finding, testing, and approving a solution is still uncertain—could it be 5, 10, 15, or even 30 years?

We’re here to accelerate that timeline, ensuring the gift of sound remains accessible to everyone, regardless of age, background, or occupation.

Through collaborations with our partners, the Hearing Health Foundation (U.S.) and RNID (UK), we ensure donations are targeted into research that will deliver the most rapid solutions. These organizations are leading the charge and making remarkable progress—learn more through the links on this site.

We also collaborate with advocates like musicians and actors who are helping us encourage donations from major tech companies, record labels, and other organizations that rely on their audiences’ hearing. Together, we can fuel the crucial research needed to regenerate hearing health.

For those suffering from extreme tinnitus or hyperacusis, sound can become a source of distress, deeply impacting every aspect of life. Yet, the connection between humans and sound is vital to our wellbeing, and we must ensure that everyone can continue to enjoy this gift.

Let’s work together to ensure a world where sound is something we can all enjoy—one that transcends the boundaries of hearing loss and auditory disorders.