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Imaging, Evaluation, & Treatment of Swallowing Laboratory at Purdue

12/29/2025

🎉 New Research from the I-EaT Lab!
Closing the year with a clinical education study publication!

Can computer-based simulation improve dysphagia training for SLP graduate students? Our latest study says YES - with significant gains in confidence and clinical decision-making.
This hybrid approach combines technology with real-life actors to create a powerful learning experience.
💡 Next step: Expand and refine these methods to shape the future of dysphagia education!

This study was led by former MS student Jennine Bryan and Jaime Bauer Malandraki in collaboration with co-authors Dawn Wetzel, Allison Schaser, and Bruce A. Craig, and with the guidance of our PI, Dr. Malandraki
Read the full article here: https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/tlcsd/vol9/iss3/2/

👉 Swipe through to see what we found!

12/27/2025

In 2025 The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association celebrated 100 years & the ASHA leader magazine asked experts in the field - including our own Dr. Malandraki - 'Where are we headed next?" Enjoy some of the highlights of her vision.

We are entering a bold new era in dysphagia management, where AI, big data, robotics, and genetic profiling are set to transform how we identify, assess, and treat swallowing disorders.

• Wearable sensors + AI = early dysphagia detection is coming sooner than we think
• Genetic & biometric profiling = precision diagnostics will be possible
• Computer vision + machine learning = faster, more objective VFSS/FEES analysis
• Robotic + 3D diagnostics = immersive views of swallowing in action
• Multimodal tools = bridging behavior, muscle activity, and brain data
• Neurostimulation, implantables & stem cell therapies = rethinking treatment from the inside out

But there is a word of caution: As exciting as AI and tech are in dysphagia care, they are only as strong as the data and the people behind them.
Researchers, clinicians, and organizations all share the responsibility to ensure tech supports safe, equitable care.

Read the full article here: https://leader.pubs.asha.org/do/10.1044/leader.FTR1g.30092025.health-care-slp-dysphagia-management.32/full/

12/24/2025

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from the I-EaT Lab! ✨🎄
As we wrap up 2025, we want to extend our warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and a bright new year to all our friends, collaborators, and research participants.

This past year has been both challenging and incredibly productive, and we are deeply grateful to our amazing team members for their hard work and dedication, to our collaborators for their support, and to the participants who make our research possible.

We are excited for what’s ahead - including our big move to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2026! The I-EaT Lab is ready for this next chapter, and we look forward to continuing our mission to advance swallowing science and neurorehabilitation, and improve patients' lives!

Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to an inspiring and impactful year ahead! 🌟

12/12/2025

Today is World Swallowing Day! 💙
World Swallowing Day raises awareness about the importance of swallowing health and the millions of people worldwide who experience swallowing disorders (dysphagia) each year.

Our lab is committed to advancing swallowing science through research, innovation, and clinical education. We aim to better understand swallowing physiology, improve diagnostic tools, and develop more effective treatments for people with dysphagia.

We are currently recruiting participants with dysphagia for two of our studies: 1) a swallowing treatment study that uses biofeedback, and 2) an MRI study to help us develop a new tool to diagnose swallowing problems early and support better treatment planning! Please see the next slides/photos for more information and to know how to contact us.

To participate or ask questions, please contact us at Imaging, Evaluation, & Treatment of Swallowing Laboratory at swallowinglab@purdue.edu or (765) 496-0207

12/11/2025

Recently, we celebrated the birthday of one of our amazing undergraduate research assistants, Julia ! 🎉
Thank you for your hard work, curiosity, and dedication to the team. We’re so grateful for everything you bring to the lab — hope your birthday was wonderful! ✨🔬

11/28/2025

Recently, we celebrated the birthday of another amazing member of our team! Wishing a very happy birthday to our dedicated PhD student, Vaish 🎉 Your hard work, drive, and commitment inspire all of us. We’re so grateful to have you in the lab, hope you had the best birthday, Vaish!

11/25/2025

✨ What an incredible The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for the I-EaT Lab! ✨
We are so proud of our team and colleagues for their amazing contributions:
✅ Freddie, Vaish, and Rachel delivered outstanding presentations!
✅ Dr. Malandraki and Dr. Sutton shared exciting advancements during the ABBSD & BRACCO-sponsored Swallow Symposium with an esteemed panel.
✅ Dr. Malandraki joined Dr. Coyle to reflect on the history of our profession and the path toward new technological innovations.
✅ We celebrated with our Illinois colleagues at the ASHA dinner and honored those who received prestigious awards.
✅ It was wonderful reconnecting with alumni and friends - and celebrating the one and only Connor for receiving Honors of the Association!
Thank you to the excellent Centennial Convention Chairs and Topic Co-chairs for an outstanding ASHA program, and to everyone who made this ASHA unforgettable. Here’s to continued collaboration and innovation! 💙

11/12/2025

We’re so proud of Vaish , one of our amazing PhD students, who recently presented her poster “Age-Related Differences in Neuromuscular and Biomechanical Swallowing Outcomes” at the CALC symposium 2025. Your hard work and resilience inspire us all!

11/10/2025

Are you going to ASHA? Don't miss the presentations from our I-EaT Lab team and collaborators! Also, please help us congratulate our talented PhD students, Vaishnavi Krishna and Freddie Peng, on their recognitions. See you there!

11/05/2025

Exciting Milestone Achieved! Our first cohort of patients has completed treatment in our NIH-funded randomized clinical trial exploring the impact of wearable biofeedback in the rehabilitation and telerehabilitation of neurogenic dysphagia.

This marks an important step in our ongoing efforts to develop and examine the efficacy of innovative, accessible tools for swallowing rehabilitation. We are SO grateful to our participants, team members, and collaborators for helping us reach this point.

More updates to come as we continue collecting data and moving forward with the next phases of the study! Photos are shared with permission.

10/31/2025

This month, we celebrated the birthday of another beloved member. Wishing a very happy birthday to our wonderful undergraduate research assistant, Hannah .cosgray ! Hope you had a great birthday, Hannah! We’re so grateful to have you on the team!

10/30/2025

BREAKING NEWS: In case you haven't heard, our research program is moving to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign!
If you'd like to be part of our team, please take a look at this opportunity below.

🎓 PhD Opportunity in Dr. Georgia Malandraki 's I-EaT Lab – University of Illinois
Are you passionate about advancing swallowing science and making a real impact in the lives of individuals with swallowing disorders?
The I-EaT Lab (Imaging, Evaluation, and Treatment of Swallowing) is recruiting PhD students to join our dynamic, interdisciplinary team!

Current Illinois-Purdue collaborative projects include:
- A large NIH-funded RCT on wearable biofeedback in neurogenic dysphagia
- Development of SimulScan: a novel MRI sequence to better understand swallowing control and personalize outcomes - project funded by NIH
- AI-enhanced tools for biofeedback and diagnostics

We’re looking for:
Passionate, dedicated trainees with an interest in developing strong analytical skills and a growth mindset who want to be future leaders in the field of swallowing science.

Interested? Consider joining the virtual PhD recruitment event hosted by the College of Applied Health Sciences at Illinois on November 7th or contact us for more information!

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