In this interesting episode of IEEE Signal Processing Society podcast, Dr. Kashyap Patel, Research Scientist from Audio DSP and Machine Learning, Meta Platforms, Inc. interviews Professor Issa M.S. Panahi from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). Their conversation sheds light on the global need for accessible and affordable hearing support devices.
Professor Issa M.S. Panahi
Prof. Panahi is a Professor in the Department of ECE at The UTD. With over 40 years of experience, his research focuses on signal processing and embedded systems. His work includes designing a 6-joint vision-controlled industrial robot and developing multi-channel, multi-dimensional signal processing algorithms.
Previously, Prof. Panahi worked at Texas Instruments, where he founded and directed the worldwide Digital Signal Processors (DSPs) Embedded Systems business unit. He later joined UTD and established the Statistical Signal Processing Research Lab (SSPRL), focusing on biomedical applications, including hearing and speech improvement for people with hearing disabilities. He served as Vice Chair and Chair of the IEEE-Dallas Chapter of the Signal Processing Society for 14 years and also received the IEEE Section-Region 5 Outstanding Service Award in 2005 and 2011.
In this episode, Prof. Panahi explains how advanced signal processing and artificial intelligence can transform iOS and Android smartphones into real-time hearing support systems.
