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This session focuses on the application of active impedance control in reducing noise and vibration across acoustical and mechanical systems. By dynamically adjusting generalized boundary impedance operator through feedback, active impedance control enables noise and vibration scattering, improved stability, and enhanced acoustic performance. Presentations will cover modeling approaches, control strategies, and experimental results in fields such as smart materials, active metaliners, and acoustic\u2013mechanical coupling in programmable metamaterial.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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A01.03 Active Vibration Control<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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Chairs: Stanislaw Wrona and Sven Herold<\/p>\n\n\n \n

This session will gather advances in active vibration control for structures and machinery. The scope includes feedback\/feedforward approaches, adaptive\/robust control, sensor\/actuator placement, active casings, and experimental validation in aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores recent advances in Active Sound Control, including feedforward and feedback algorithms, active noise and vibration reduction, sound design, and adaptive signal processing. Contributions address theoretical developments, experimental implementations, and applications in automotive, aerospace, and industrial acoustics, with a growing focus on data-driven approaches.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Chairs: Jure \u017deleznik and Daniel Haider<\/p>\n\n\n \n

This session serves as a meeting point for researchers in machine learning, acoustic engineering, and biology who explore the interface between audio, animal behavior, communication and ecology. We invite contributions across the full methodological spectrum: from fresh and novel ML architectures and signal processing techniques designed for bioacoustic applications, to biological discoveries and insights that have been made possible by applying (existing) ML tools. By bringing together technical innovation and biological application, this session aims to foster cross-disciplinary dialogue and spark advances at the intersection of sound, data, and life.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The impact of noise and light on biodiversity is gaining increasing attention. Direct impact of sound on species through reduced situational awareness, communication interference, and efficiency of pray finding has been studied for many taxa and could be part of this session, but the main interest is on the effects on the ecosystem. This session is related to ongoing research in the Horizon Europe projects Aquaplan and Plan-B but contributions from others are welcomed. Contributions could focus on:
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This session explores how the choice of equipment\u2014from sensors to software\u2014shapes the quality of bioacoustic research and the insights gained into animal behavior. It highlights the balance between technological know-how, research ambitions, and available budgets in fieldwork. Participants are invited to share experiences on how new tools have expanded possibilities, revealed unseen acoustic patterns or other insights, and challenged assumptions about what can be measured in nature.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Chairs: Teresa Carrascal, Chiara Scrosati, Heinz Ferk, and Selina Vavrik-Kirchsteiger<\/p>\n\n\n \n

This session presents a broad range of topics in building acoustics, including new methods, materials, and applications. Contributions cover experimental, theoretical, and practical aspects, offering insights into current challenges and innovations that advance acoustic design and performance in the built environment.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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A03.01 Building acoustic regulations, classification schemes and green building labelling<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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Acoustic regulations\/recommendations for housing, schools, offices, hospitals. Requested documentation: Role of calculations, site inspection, field testing, test reports. Neighbour noise annoyance results from national health and morbidity surveys. Regulations for acoustic retrofit in buildings and related case studies. Use of acoustic quality information in advertisements and technical condition reports.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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A03.02 Measurements and experimental analysis in building acoustics<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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Chairs: Martin Schneider and Selina Vavrik-Kirchsteiger<\/p>\n\n\n \n

This session explores recent advancements in measurement techniques and experimental analysis in building acoustics, highlighting innovative methods, precision challenges, and in situ applications. Presentations will cover sound and vibration transmission in buildings, analysis of modal behavior, resonant systems and so on, providing insights into improving acoustic performance and validation of simulation models through robust measurement approaches.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session covers the prediction of sound and vibration transmission in buildings including analytical, numerical, statistical or empirical models for direct transmission across building elements or the combination of direct and flanking transmission in complete buildings. Also, papers incorporating experimental validation of prediction models and BIM topics are encouraged.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session focuses on the building acoustics of wooden buildings, addressing airborne sound insulation, impact noise and flanking transmission. Presentations will cover measurement methods, modeling approaches, and design strategies that enhance acoustic comfort and performance in timber structures, reflecting the growing importance of sustainable, wood-based constructions.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Building services and technical equipment are essential for modern comfort but represent a major source of unwanted noise and vibration in buildings. This session addresses current research and practical developments related to the generation, transmission, and mitigation of structure-borne sound caused by HVAC systems, elevators, plumbing, and so on. The contributions explore experimental and numerical methods for predicting and assessing vibration excitation and sound radiation, finite element simulations, and innovative measurement techniques.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This structured session concerns the measurement and estimation of the ground-borne sound pressure level in buildings due to outdoor ground vibration generated by railway lines, either at the ground surface or underground. For railway lines at the ground surface, air-borne rolling noise can also affect the sound pressure level inside buildings. Both ground-borne sound and air-borne rolling sound can impact indoor acoustic environment of building residents and have to be considered to ensure protection against noise.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session is intended to provide a platform for researchers to present and discuss their work on the evaluation of the existing related single number quantifiers as well as proposals for new alternative descriptors. Research that addresses methodological challenges, in particular subjective perception-related problems and acoustic comfort, are considered.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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As sustainable heat pump use increases, their noise can impact residential quality of life. The session aims to explore innovative solutions by covering topics like sound characterisation, psychoacoustics, and planning, bringing together researchers and industry professionals.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The increasing developments in airborne acoustic auralization in both in the indoor as the outdoor built environment requires input data from the surrounding materials and surfaces. One of the challenges on this endeavour is the understanding which acoustic characteristics complex surfaces have -such as combined material panels, in-built wall components, complex fa\u00e7ade systems, ground materials, etc. This session will present the most recent advances in methods to measure such complex surfaces. The aim is to understand their features such as absorption, reflection, scattering, impedance, or others, and\/or how this knowledge is transferred to simulation of acoustics. Both fundamental and applied developments are welcome.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The objective of this session is to provide the community with an overview of recent developments and ongoing reviews in standards related to architectural acoustics. This is a joint initiative of areas A03 Building Acoustics and A16 Room Acoustics.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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Our topic collects contributions on public outreach using social media and web-based platforms. It aims to highlight activities that engage diverse audiences through timely, accessible digital communication. The session aims to collect information on programs that promote acoustics, encourage dialogue, and build trust by leveraging websites, social networks, and interactive tools to increase awareness, participation, and community connection at an international and local level through online environments effectively.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Since the introduction of the EU Environmental Noise Directive, environmental noise policy has relied heavily on level\u2011based indicators such as Lden<\/sub> and Lnight<\/sub>. Unfortunately, their correlation with experienced noise annoyance and well\u2011being is often modest, especially where exposure is intermittent, source\u2011specific, or context\u2011dependent. At the same time, with advances in AI and the availability of affordable sensors, a combination of citizen science and smart sensing now makes it possible to observe on a much larger scale how people perceive and are affected by environmental noise across urban, suburban, and rural regions.\n\n \n\nThis session brings together research and case studies that:\n\n(i) leverage citizen participation to capture noise annoyance and context (activity, place, expectations),\n\n(ii) use smart sound sensors and advanced machine listening algorithms to identify and separate noise sources (e.g., road traffic sub\u2011classes, aircraft, neighbors, industry, leisure events, \u2026),\n\n(iii) propose, validate, or compare new (sets of) acoustic indicators that better explain annoyance than Lden and Lnight. These indicators should capture the temporal, spectral\/tonal, psychoacoustic, \u2026 characteristics of the noise, but could also contain soundscape\u2011inspired indices.\n\n(iv) explore hybrid models that integrate non\u2011acoustic factors (e.g. restoration opportunities, vulnerability, sociodemographics, \u2026) taken from governmental and GIS data.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores urban sound planning as a strategic interface among acoustic science, urban design, and policymaking. As urban planning processes increasingly integrate proactive acoustic quality planning beyond reactive noise mitigation, new interdisciplinary approaches are required. We welcome contributions addressing soundscape design, modelling and prediction methods, vibroacoustic technologies, urban morphology, health impacts, regulatory frameworks, and implementation practices across scales. In particular, we want to emphasise the bridging of research, practice, and governance, including knowledge transfer, stakeholder engagement, citizen science, and European collaborative initiatives. Case studies, technological innovations, and roadmap-oriented perspectives contributing to healthier, more resilient, and sustainable urban sound environments are especially encouraged.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Metamaterials offer a new way of absorbing sound in ventilation systems and vehicles. In addition to reducing sound, the fluid mechanics of the boundary layer on the surface are crucial. This significantly influences the properties of the sound absorber and the impedance boundary conditions, and can lead to additional flow-induced source terms. The session aims to improve understanding and analysis of the physical processes involved. The session covers both numerical and experimental methods.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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A08.01 Information Technology Equipment and Household Appliance Noise<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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A08.02 Combined Exposure to Vibration and Noise<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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A08.04 Acoustics of Machines and Advanced Vibroacoustic Technologies<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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This session explores the intersection of deep learning and sensor array signal processing, covering novel applications of neural networks for tasks like direction-of-arrival estimation, beamforming, spatial audio recording, source separation, and anomaly detection. Focus will be on techniques that leverage moderate-size datasets or prior structure to enhance performance, robustness, and computational efficiency in complex, real-world environments.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Machine Learning for Human Bioacoustics is an emerging interdisciplinary field that applies computational intelligence to the analysis, interpretation, and synthesis of sounds produced by the human body. These bioacoustic signals \u2014 including heartbeats, breath sounds, joint clicks, gastrointestinal noises, and vocal emissions \u2014 carry valuable physiological and pathological information.\nBy leveraging modern machine learning, signal processing, and data science techniques, this area aims to automatically detect, classify, and model bodily sounds for purposes such as early disease diagnosis, and health monitoring. Research in this domain spans from low-level acoustic feature extraction and deep neural network architectures for sound classification, to multimodal fusion of biosignals and the development of interpretable AI models that can assist clinicians.\n\nKey Focus Areas:\n– Acoustic signal acquisition and preprocessing from the human body\n– Deep learning for physiological sound classification and anomaly detection\n– Development of acoustic biomarkers for disease diagnosis\n– Explainable AI and interpretable models in healthcare acoustics\n– Integration of bioacoustic data with other physiological signals (ECG, EMG, etc.)\n– Applications in telemedicine, wearable health devices, and digital stethoscopes<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Chairs: Martin Hagm\u00fcller, Peter Balazs, and Franz Pernkopf<\/p>\n\n\n \n

This session highlights intelligent methods for speech separation, enhancement, and processing, driven by advances in machine learning and artificial intelligence. It welcomes research on model architectures, training strategies, and evaluation approaches that improve robustness, perceptual quality, and computational efficiency.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Chairs: Carlo Drioli<\/p>\n\n\n \n

Recent advances in eXplainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI), Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINN), and hybrid physically informed modeling are likely to open new frontiers in the analysis, synthesis, and clinical diagnostics of human voice production. By integrating physical knowledge of vocal fold dynamics and acoustic propagation with data-driven approaches, these methods promise to provide increased interpretability, data analysis robustness, and diagnostic power. This special session aims to bring together researchers from acoustics, voice science, artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, and computational modeling to discuss emerging techniques and applications of AI models constrained by physical and physiological principles. \nTopics of Interest:\n-Physics-informed neural networks (PINNs) and hybrid models for voice\nproduction simulation, \n-XAI methods applied to voice analysis,\npathology detection, and vocal performance evaluation, \n-Integration of\nbiomechanical and aeroacoustic models with data-driven learning, \n-Model interpretability and uncertainty quantification in clinical and\nresearch contexts, \n-Voice inverse modeling and parameter estimation using physically informed AI, \n-Benchmarking and validation of physics-informed models in voice research<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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A10.01 Acoustic, vibroacoustic and elastic metamaterials<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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Metamaterials as solutions for acoustic and vibration issues are a hot topic in mechanics research. This Structured Session welcomes contributions on novel results in simulations, experimental work, and practical implementations.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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A10.02 Metamaterials for noise and vibration reduction: applications and experimental methods<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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The proposed session aims at gathering researchers contributing to the modelling and experimental testing of acoustic and vibrational metamaterials. The session aims to be oriented towards novel applications and experimental methods. We aim to provide a platform for the exchange of knowledge in the areas of (1) Experimental methods for sound- and vibration-absorbing materials and metamaterials, (2) Experimental methods for vibration-reducing materials and metamaterials, (3) Novel materials and metamaterials in industrial applications, (4) Psychoacoustics and sound quality of metamaterials.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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In analogy to astrophysical black holes, systems described by classical physics can show surprising properties, e.g. wave slowdown, focusing and wideband absorption. This section will discuss advances in the fundamental understanding of structural acoustic black holes, metamaterials and waveguide structures in air, as well as present related technical applications from wideband absorbers, wave focusing or mode conversion devices to vibration isolation. We will also focus on design by topology optimization, novel modeling strategies and experimental verification in the field.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session is interested in all papers that assess new numerical strategies\/methods and advanced applications of numerical methods to analyze acoustic materials and metamaterials. Additionally, papers incorporating experimental validation of such methods are strongly encouraged.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session highlights cutting-edge methods and innovations in the measurement and characterization of acoustic materials. Contributions are invited that focus on advanced techniques for determining sound absorption and reflection coefficients, surface impedance, and pore parameters, using both standardized procedures and novel, emerging approaches (e.g., free-field, in-situ, etc.). Emphasis is placed on methodological development, experimental advancements, and analytical innovations rather than application-oriented case studies.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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New insights in wave propagation in complex media offer a more comprehensive understanding of the functioning of acoustic metamaterials. For example, new simplified models stripped down to the essentials of interactions of unit cells enable more direct design towards desired properties. Similarly, new understanding of wave propagation in finite versus infinite structures or stability of effects with respect to perturbations or beyond periodicity improves the design of graded metamaterials or metamaterials made for energy harvesting. This session has a broad focus on new developments in the modelling and simulation of acoustic wave propagation in complex media with metamaterial applications.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This structured session presents modellings and performance analysis of micro-perforated and Helmholtz-type resonant absorbers, which are used for sound absorption and\/or insulation. These comprise resonant units involving (micro-)perforates, including multilayered configurations, acoustic black holes or rainbow trapping filters undergoing (aero-)acoustic excitations. Emphasis will be placed on theoretical modelling approaches, including impedance, modal and transfer matrix methods, as well as numerical simulations of their acoustic properties. The session also covers experimental characterization techniques used to validate models and optimize absorber performance across frequency ranges. Applications in room acoustics, transportation noise control, and industrial environments will be discussed.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session focuses on novel metamaterial concepts and their applications enabling the dynamic control of acoustic and elastic wave propagation. It covers tunable and programmable metamaterials, time-modulated systems, and topological designs for active and reconfigurable manipulation of sound and vibration in applications such as sensing, non-reciprocal waveguiding, and energy harvesting.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Metamaterials offer a new way of absorbing sound in ventilation systems and vehicles. In addition to reducing sound, the fluid mechanics of the boundary layer on the surface are crucial. This significantly influences the properties of the sound absorber and the impedance boundary conditions, and can lead to additional flow-induced source terms. The session aims to improve understanding and analysis of the physical processes involved. The session covers both numerical and experimental methods.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session welcomes contributions addressing the sustainability of materials with acoustic applications. Accepted papers will explore innovative, bio-based, or recycled materials that combine high acoustic performance with reduced environmental impact. Topics may include acoustical characterisation and modeling, optimisation, life-cycle assessment, circular design strategies, eco-efficient manufacturing, and the integration of sustainable materials in acoustic products and architectural systems.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Musical instrument tone production is based on nonlinear dynamics, which can be analysed in a theoretical, numerical, or experimental fashion. This session focuses on nonlinear dynamical models of musical instruments but also aims to extend to larger systems involving the interplay of musical instruments and their environments.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Musicians can influence the sound of their instruments in both obvious and subtle ways. While some playing techniques form part of standard training, others aim to expand an instrument\u2019s sonic capabilities. This session aims to deepen our understanding of the physical mechanisms underlying the influence of playing techniques on sound production, using experimental or numerical methods, also including techniques for analysing the playability of musical instruments subject to players’ control parameters.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session is dedicated to sharing recent advancements on modelling of musical instruments. The session focuses on the following topics: general physical models including coupling, dissipation, and nonlinear phenomena; numerical methods for simulation and sound synthesis; data-based parameter optimisation and model tuning; application of computer simulation in instrument making; model validation based on experimental measurements.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Playing musical instruments engages not only the auditory system, but also the sense of touch and body movement. This session focuses on the tactile aspects of musical interaction, including haptic feedback in instrument playing, vibro-tactile perception of musical sound, and the design of audio-haptic interfaces for musical performance and listening. The session welcomes both empirical and theoretical studies on the role of haptics in music and music-instrument expression, perception, and learning, etc. as well as applications of haptics in digital, hybrid and augmented musical instruments.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Musical sounds feature an extraordinary acoustic variety that can induce intensive perceptual experiences. The perception of music and musical instruments continues to challenge psychoacoustics in its efforts to establish stable relations between the acoustical properties of music signals and associated perceptual responses. This session creates connections and synergies between the acoustics of musical instruments and their perceptual implications in terms of musical scene analysis, pitch, timbre, semantics, emotion, etc.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Instrument makers constantly explore the properties of materials to shape the sound of musical instruments. This session invites contributions that reflect on the influence of the material choice in a musical instrument including: measurements of material properties, material influence on the instrument behaviour, material properties’ estimation through simulations, 3D-printed imitations of musical instruments, reproduction of old or unplayable instruments, including musical instruments of cultural heritage.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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A12.01 Numerical methods for acoustics and vibration<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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A12.02 Data-driven methods in acoustics and vibration<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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This session is interested in all papers that assess new numerical strategies\/methods and advanced applications of numerical methods to analyze acoustic materials and metamaterials. Additionally, papers incorporating experimental validation of such methods are strongly encouraged.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Advances in numerical acoustics have the potential to transform the analysis, prediction, and optimization of sound fields in rooms. This session invites submissions of recent developments in numerical methods for room acoustics that improve accuracy, efficiency, and applicability across a wide range of room acoustics scenarios, including architectural design, auralization, and virtual acoustics.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Chairs: Albert Prinn and Jan Smits<\/p>\n\n\n \n

Advances in computational acoustics increasingly rely on hybrid modelling strategies that combine the strengths of complementary methods to achieve both high accuracy and computational efficiency. This session focuses on recent developments that combine numerical and data-driven techniques to overcome the limitations of conventional acoustic solvers. Contributions may include the coupling of numerical techniques or the integration of machine learning models into traditional modelling frameworks.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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New insights in wave propagation in complex media offer a more comprehensive understanding of the functioning of acoustic metamaterials. For example, new simplified models stripped down to the essentials of interactions of unit cells enable more direct design towards desired properties. Similarly, new understanding of wave propagation in finite versus infinite structures or stability of effects with respect to perturbations or beyond periodicity improves the design of graded metamaterials or metamaterials made for energy harvesting. This session has a broad focus on new developments in the modelling and simulation of acoustic wave propagation in complex media with metamaterial applications.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The human voice, or speech, constitutes a highly complex phenomenon that emerges from the interaction between expiratory airflow, vocal fold dynamics, and the processes of sound generation and modulation within the vocal tract. The in-vivo investigation of voice and speech production remains particularly challenging due to the restricted accessibility of both the larynx and the vocal tract. Accordingly, this session addresses recent advances in measurement techniques for in-vivo studies of voice production (e.g., normal speech, singing, and pathological phonation), in addition to experimental and numerical modeling approaches that facilitate a deeper understanding of the fundamental mechanisms and characteristic features underlying acoustic voice generation.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This topic is dedicated to new models and theories of reverberation, including diffuseness, isotropy, and uniformity: Reverberation is an important phenomenon in acoustics. It can be efficiently quantified using statistical models such as Sabine\u2019s and Eyring\u2019s equations. A diffuse field is a necessary assumption in these models. However, there is significant potential for new concepts and theories of diffuse or stochastic wave fields, anisotropic reverberation, and spatial non-uniformity.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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This session includes all aspects of ultrasonic wave propagation…<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Chairs: Lynda Chehami and Markus Saurer<\/p>\n\n\n \n

The session will include presentations on new non-destructive testing (NDT) and structural Health Monitoring (SHM) methods for materials, components, or assemblies, as well as specific elements enabling their implementation (transduction) or demonstrating their performance.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session concerns imaging algorithms, quantitative inversion algorithms as well as advanced signal processing. This session is interested in the biomedical, non-destructive testing and structural health monitoring fields of application.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Contributions are invited on photoacoustic detection and scanner technology, image reconstruction methods, experimental and computational techniques for functional and molecular imaging, quantitative imaging, the characterization of compounds and contrast agents using time-resolved spectroscopy, and related fields.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores applications of Distributed Acoustic Sensing, a fiber optic measurement technique for observing dynamic processes across geophysics, infrastructure monitoring, and environmental sensing. Research on subsurface characterization, seismic monitoring, structural monitoring and diagnostics (SHM), and environmental observations is welcomed, as well as advances in data processing methods for DAS applications.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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Contributions are invited on photoacoustic detection and scanner technology, image reconstruction methods, experimental and computational techniques for functional and molecular imaging, quantitative imaging, the characterization of compounds and contrast agents using time-resolved spectroscopy, and related fields. Ich bitte darum diese auf der Homepage hinzuzuf\u00fcgen. Was die Reihung der Topic Chairs betrifft w\u00fcrde ich internationale vor den nationalen empfehlen.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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A14.01 New approaches for improving and assessing outcomes with hearing aids<\/p>\n\t\t\t

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The topic brings together contributions around the issue of music and hearing impairment. With a surge of hearing loss worldwide, music remains inaccessible to many hard-of-hearing individuals. These individuals may not be able to sufficiently track melodies and instruments in a mix, appreciate sound colours, or understand lyrics of a song. This session will compile a state of the art research on the issue of music perception and hearing impairment with a focus on music-based diagnostics, hearing devices for music, effects of exposure to high sound levels, and music augmentation approaches.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Musical sounds feature an extraordinary acoustic variety that can induce intensive perceptual experiences. The perception of music and musical instruments continues to challenge psychoacoustics in its efforts to establish stable relations between the acoustical properties of music signals and associated perceptual responses. This session creates connections and synergies between the acoustics of musical instruments and their perceptual implications in terms of musical scene analysis, pitch, timbre, semantics, emotion, etc.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores the psychophysiological impacts of environmental and product noise on human well-being. Presentations will highlight recent research on cognitive, emotional and stress responses, health effects, and potential restorative outcomes. Insights will inform how noise influences psychophysiological responses, guiding noise mitigation and soundscape enhancement strategies.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The topic brings together contributions around the issue of music and hearing impairment. With a surge of hearing loss worldwide, music remains inaccessible to many hard-of-hearing individuals. These individuals may not be able to sufficiently track melodies and instruments in a mix, appreciate sound colours, or understand lyrics of a song. This session will compile a state of the art research on the issue of music perception and hearing impairment with a focus on music-based diagnostics, hearing devices for music, effects of exposure to high sound levels, and music augmentation approaches.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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A more human-centric design of the built environment requires a better integrated design process that embraces not only aesthetics but also functionality promoting health and well-being. The session gathers contributions that investigate the integration of innovative acoustic surfaces into architecture considering indoor and outdoor implementations. How are unique surfaces designed, fabricated, installed, and validated, especially those which meet the aesthetic goals of the architect? What are effective workflow processes and how are aspects of acoustic behaviour incorporated? Of particular interest are surfaces that were not developed to be off-the-shelf acoustic products and the challenges that need to be faced in their performance characterization. The session welcomes studies on the application of multidisciplinary know-how in shaping new design approaches with acoustic perception in mind and highlighting emerging trends in acoustic product development.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Accurate modeling and measurement of sound absorption and scattering properties are essential for creating high-quality acoustic environments, often achieved through the effective integration of absorptive and diffusive surfaces. This session explores ways to enhance state-of-the-art \u00a0and standardized methods for characterizing these properties, introduces novel methods, and shares best practices for reliable, reproducible results, covering experimental protocols, modeling techniques, and methods to ensure consistency across diverse laboratories and materials.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Noise is one of the problems of indoor environment in offices. Noise causes distraction, work performance reduction, and stress. This session covers many scientific fields: psychological effects of noise on occupants, acoustic measurements, and solutions to reduce the noise problems.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The session focuses on how acoustic design impacts learning environments in both physical and virtual settings. It addresses sound quality, speech intelligibility, and immersive auditory experiences, presenting innovative research and applications that bridge architectural acoustics, virtual reality technologies, and educational performance to support effective communication and cognitive engagement.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session examines how acoustic design and architecture shape the identity of performance spaces. Key themes include the interplay between architectural form and acoustic function, adaptable acoustic environments, material and surface strategies for performers and audiences, and the dialogue between performance and rehearsal spaces. Contributions that move beyond case studies to present innovative concepts, methods, and experimental approaches are especially welcome.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores active design and control in enclosed spaces, with a focus on scientific approaches to the real-time modification of sound fields. The contributions cover adaptive algorithms for spatial and temporal sound optimization, active reverberation enhancement, and feedback control. The session highlights recent advances in acoustic modeling, control strategies, and system design, with applications ranging from concert halls and multipurpose venues to variable acoustic environments.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The increasing developments in airborne acoustic auralization in both in the indoor as the outdoor built environment requires input data from the surrounding materials and surfaces. One of the challenges on this endeavour is the understanding which acoustic characteristics complex surfaces have -such as combined material panels, in-built wall components, complex fa\u00e7ade systems, ground materials, etc. This session will present the most recent advances in methods to measure such complex surfaces. The aim is to understand their features such as absorption, reflection, scattering, impedance, or others, and\/or how this knowledge is transferred to simulation of acoustics. Both fundamental and applied developments are welcome.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session welcomes contributions that explore the complex acoustical needs of worship spaces taking into account the specific implications related to the different rites and ways to use the space. Key topics can include the role of shape, volume and materials, the interplay between different signals (plain or cantillated speech, choral or congregational singing, and music), and the role of public address systems. Contributions that put together experimental research and practical applications, also including case studies -either historical or contemporary- if functional to explore innovative or exemplary solutions, are especially welcome.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Hospitals are complex environments where noise can negatively affect both healthcare staff and patients. For patients, noise can disrupt sleep, whose deprivation induces a state of alertness, influencing mood, behavior, collaboration, healing time, and length of stay. For staff, noise can cause headaches, fatigue, sleep disorders, and stress. The following topics may be covered during the session: acoustics measures in hospitals; noise mitigation techniques and materials in hospitals; relationship between acoustic conditions and the rehabilitation process of patients and work stress of medical and nursing staff; architectural design and wellbeing in hospitals; case studies in healthcare and elderly homes.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The objective of this session is to provide the community with an overview of recent developments and ongoing reviews in standards related to architectural acoustics. This is a joint initiative of areas A03 Building Acoustics and A16 Room Acoustics.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session highlights cutting-edge methods and innovations in the measurement and characterization of acoustic materials. Contributions are invited that focus on advanced techniques for determining sound absorption and reflection coefficients, surface impedance, and pore parameters, using both standardized procedures and novel, emerging approaches (e.g., free-field, in-situ, etc.). Emphasis is placed on methodological development, experimental advancements, and analytical innovations rather than application-oriented case studies.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Advances in numerical acoustics have the potential to transform the analysis, prediction, and optimization of sound fields in rooms. This session invites submissions of recent developments in numerical methods for room acoustics that improve accuracy, efficiency, and applicability across a wide range of room acoustics scenarios, including architectural design, auralization, and virtual acoustics.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This topic is dedicated to new models and theories of reverberation, including diffuseness, isotropy, and uniformity: Reverberation is an important phenomenon in acoustics. It can be efficiently quantified using statistical models such as Sabine\u2019s and Eyring\u2019s equations. A diffuse field is a necessary assumption in these models. However, there is significant potential for new concepts and theories of diffuse or stochastic wave fields, anisotropic reverberation, and spatial non-uniformity.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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This session explores the intersection of deep learning and sensor array signal processing, covering novel applications of neural networks for tasks like direction-of-arrival estimation, beamforming, spatial audio recording, source separation, and anomaly detection. Focus will be on techniques that leverage moderate-size datasets or prior structure to enhance performance, robustness, and computational efficiency in complex, real-world environments.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session collects contributions on signal processing for the reconstruction, estimation, interpolation, and extrapolation of acoustic fields, including (but not limited to) physics- and data-driven modeling, sound-field recovery from sparse and\/or noisy data, parametric models, and Bayesian inference. The topic covers acoustic signal processing for microphone arrays, distributed sensors, optical technologies, and other advanced measurement methods. We welcome contributions focused on new techniques, models, algorithms, measurement methods, or theoretical frameworks, as well as application-driven papers that highlight the practical implementations and outcomes of these methodologies in real-world scenarios.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores restorative soundscapes in cities, emphasising the importance of special acoustic environments for human well-being. Key topics include urban planning strategies, green spaces, noise reduction, assessment methods, sound masking technologies, and policy implications, focusing on protecting and creating environments that foster relaxation, improve health, and enhance quality of life in urban areas.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Topic aims to create a platform for sharing evidence-based approaches, case studies, and clinical research, as well as for identifying best practices and addressing methodological challenges in assessing soundscape interventions. Moreover, the session can contribute to the ongoing development of\u00a0ISO\/CD TS 12913-4: Acoustics \u2014 Soundscape \u2014 Part 4: Design and Intervention, providing further scientific evidence to guide future guidelines and policies. By bringing researchers in one topic.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session invites contributions on the application of soundscape methodologies to the study and design of indoor environments across a variety of building types, with particular emphasis on occupants\u2019 affective responses, as well as their cognitive, physiological, and behavioral reactions.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores the need for an inclusive lens in soundscape research, focusing on the creation and assessment of acoustic environments that examine aural diversity, neurodiversity, and diverse hearing abilities.\u00a0 It advocates moving away from the “majority” toward solutions that embrace diversity by expanding beyond the disability framework to include socio-economic factors, cultural diversity, age, gender, and intersectionality.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores how sound shapes human experience and ecosystems within protected natural areas.. We invite research from soundscape, bioacoustics, planning, noise management and the related disciplines. Topics include overtourism, monitoring, ISO 12913 applications, prediction modelling, and innovative protection, assessment and management approaches. Case studies, methodological advances and interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This structured session explores how workplace noise affects hearing and overall health of workers – and how noise control at source, emission measurements and exposure assessments can reduce risk. Contributions may cover all aspects of noise at the workplace, i.e. noise emission measurement methods, concepts to reduce the noise exposure, e.g. Sell & Buy Quiet, exposure assessment (including impulse noise), and hearing surveillance. Regulatory perspectives and case studies are especially welcome<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The session will explore emerging physiological and psychological assessment approaches in soundscape evaluation. It will integrate objective measures such as EEG, heart rate variability, and skin conductance with perceptual and emotional responses to reveal how acoustic environments influence cognition, attention, and well-being in urban and natural settings.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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Our goal is to establish and spread a design culture on sound and listening. Sound-driven design represents a shift from \u2018designing sound\u2019, as an object to be designed, towards \u2018designing for listening activity\u2019. We consider listening as a design element that can offer granularity to the design process and that highlights human-centered qualities of the sound-driven design space, as well as the role of the senses in the experience of the sound quality of products and systems. We feel the urgency to fill the gap with the real-world practice, which is consolidating and already tackling the wicked problems of creating or improving our listening experience of products, media, cinema, video games, appliances and environments at large.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Relevant studies focus on applied sound-driven design, including sound- and evidence-based case studies and interventions with specific impact, e.g., from product sounds and auditory displays to acoustic environments and soundscapes, in healthcare, mobility, sustainability, and the lived environment in general. The aim is to qualify and quantify the designed and existing sounds and sound environments.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Relevant studies focus on sound-driven design for listener-centric experiences.These may include design studies investigating how sound and action intertwine to shape dynamic relationships between humans and objects, studies investigating the design of perceptual, cognitive, emotional, or aesthetic aspects of the auditory experience, or studies on the fundamentals of sound-driven design and audition. Thus, investigating sound-evoked experiences through qualitative and quantitative methods and exploring actions and interactions induced by sounds and sound environments are the aims of this sub-track.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Relevant studies focus on research methodologies for sound-driven design and education, tackling 1) the analysis and the brief of sound issues in design projects at the technical, functional, aesthetic and\/or societal level, 2) tools and methods for the creation and production of sound solutions, 3) the evaluation of design concepts, prototypes, and implemented products \/ services \/ systems, and 4) the role of sound-based representations in design communication and creativity. The aim of this sub-track is to advance the understanding of the design processes incorporating sound, and to offer new methods for practice and educational purposes.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Relevant studies focus on the technical and perceptual dimensions of sound quality as they relate to the design and evaluation of products and services, ranging from vehicles and appliances to media and digital platforms. We invite contributions addressing measurement methods, modeling approaches, and evaluation techniques that link physical, psychoacoustic, and computational parameters with perceptual and experiential outcomes. The aim is to advance the integration of rigorous sound quality assessment into design and innovation processes, supporting the creation of products and systems that are not only functional but also acoustically meaningful and engaging.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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We invite submissions on sonification and visualization of acoustical phenomena and, more broadly, of dynamic systems. \nWe welcome studies on the perceptualization of scientific domains that investigate acoustic systems (e.g. room acoustics, vibration analysis and more), including audio in augmented reality. Additionally, we encourage sonifications that produce acoustic representations of dynamic phenomena (e.g. seismic activity, stethoscope and physiological signals, astronomical data and more). Submissions may include prototypical data displays and software tools focused on exploration, analysis or didactics, targeting general audiences (e.g. acoustics and dynamic systems education, musical instrument learning) as well as specific user groups (e.g. sonifications for blind and visually impaired users such as echolocation; visualizations for deaf and hard-of-hearing users such as visual prosody or enhanced spectrograms).<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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This session invites contributions that address the challenges and opportunities of automatic speech recognition (ASR) for atypical speech, broadly defined. Atypical speech encompasses a wide range of vocal conditions and speaking styles, including those of children, elderly speakers, individuals with speech or voice disorders, and speakers affected by dysarthria, emotional distress (e.g., crying, sobbing), or physiological and situational factors such as whispering, shouting, laughing, intoxication, or drug influence. We are also interested in studies that explore intentionally distorted or stylized speech, as well as speech produced in non-standard acoustic environments. We welcome submissions that cover all aspects of this topic, including data resource creation, annotation practices, modeling techniques, evaluation methodologies, and comparative analyses with typical speech systems. Particular emphasis is placed on methods that enhance the robustness, fairness, and adaptability of ASR technologies in the face of diverse and challenging vocal conditions. Contributions on ASR-based applications\u2014such as tools for speech assessment, rehabilitation, or Computer-Assisted Pronunciation Training (CAPT) designed for atypical or vulnerable speaker populations\u2014are also encouraged. Through this session, we aim to foster dialogue and collaboration across speech technology, linguistics, and clinical research communities to push the boundaries of inclusive and accessible speech recognition.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores the intersection of speech, health, and technology, focusing on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), inclusive and accessible speech communication, and AI-driven speaking aids. It highlights advances in acoustics, signal processing, and artificial intelligence that support individuals with speech or voice impairments, promote vocal health, and enhance communication accessibility. The session invites interdisciplinary contributions bridging clinical, technical, and human-centered perspectives to advance equitable and intelligent communication solutions for all.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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About 20% of the global population experiences voice or speech disorders, often linked to neurological conditions (e.g. Parkinson\u2019s, Alzheimer\u2019s, ALS…). This is expected to rise with aging populations. However, there are no standardized, objective methods to assess the effects of these diseases, highlighting the need for improved tools to evaluate the speech quality and articulatory function. Advances in speech technologies offer potential for early detection and monitoring of a wide range of neurological conditions. Despite progress, current systems lag behind normal speech models. This special session aims to advance interdisciplinary research, clinical applications, and technological innovation in biomedical speech and language processing.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Recent advances in MRI technology have created unprecedented opportunities for speech research. With the advent of ultra-high field MRI, improved transmission, receiver, and transceiver coils, parallel transmission (pTx), fast acquisition, artificial intelligence, and more, and it is now possible to elucidate mechanisms of speech all the way from the macro-scale (e.g. vocal tract shape) to the meso-scale (e.g. activation of individual cerebral cortical layers). This session will introduce and examine MRI-related technology, techniques, and findings relevant to speech.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Recent advances in eXplainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI), Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINN), and hybrid physically informed modeling are likely to open new frontiers in the analysis, synthesis, and clinical diagnostics of human voice production. By integrating physical knowledge of vocal fold dynamics and acoustic propagation with data-driven approaches, these methods promise to provide increased interpretability, data analysis robustness, and diagnostic power. This special session aims to bring together researchers from acoustics, voice science, artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, and computational modeling to discuss emerging techniques and applications of AI models constrained by physical and physiological principles. \nTopics of Interest:\n-Physics-informed neural networks (PINNs) and hybrid models for voice\nproduction simulation, \n-XAI methods applied to voice analysis,\npathology detection, and vocal performance evaluation, \n-Integration of\nbiomechanical and aeroacoustic models with data-driven learning, \n-Model interpretability and uncertainty quantification in clinical and\nresearch contexts, \n-Voice inverse modeling and parameter estimation using physically informed AI, \n-Benchmarking and validation of physics-informed models in voice research<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The human voice, or speech, constitutes a highly complex phenomenon that emerges from the interaction between expiratory airflow, vocal fold dynamics, and the processes of sound generation and modulation within the vocal tract. The in-vivo investigation of voice and speech production remains particularly challenging due to the restricted accessibility of both the larynx and the vocal tract. Accordingly, this session addresses recent advances in measurement techniques for in-vivo studies of voice production (e.g., normal speech, singing, and pathological phonation), in addition to experimental and numerical modeling approaches that facilitate a deeper understanding of the fundamental mechanisms and characteristic features underlying acoustic voice generation.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session highlights intelligent methods for speech separation, enhancement, and processing, driven by advances in machine learning and artificial intelligence. It welcomes research on model architectures, training strategies, and evaluation approaches that improve robustness, perceptual quality, and computational efficiency.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session explores key issues and innovations in road traffic noise and vibration: measurement techniques, modelling tools, mitigation strategies, and environmental impacts. Researchers, engineers and policymakers will exchange insights on regulatory developments, emerging technologies and urban soundscape improvement, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue in road traffic noise research.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session addresses current advances in aircraft noise research, including analytical modelling and high-fidelity numerical simulations applied to both conventional tube-and-wing aircraft and emerging configurations. Topics include aeroacoustic source mechanisms, propulsion, airframe noise, and prediction methodologies. The session aims to foster exchange between researchers developing aircraft noise prediction approaches across different levels of fidelity.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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In analogy to astrophysical black holes, systems described by classical physics can show surprising properties, e.g. wave slowdown, focusing and wideband absorption. This section will discuss advances in the fundamental understanding of structural acoustic black holes, metamaterials and waveguide structures in air, as well as present related technical applications from wideband absorbers, wave focusing or mode conversion devices to vibration isolation. We will also focus on design by topology optimization, novel modeling strategies and experimental verification in the field.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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We plan to invite contributions from our research group and institutions, working on physically-based simulation approaches of sound and auralization towards realistic urban and indoor environments:\n\u2022 Fraunhofer-Institute for Building Physics, IBP, Germany.\n\u2022 Institute for Hearing Technology and Acoustics (IHTA), RWTH Aachen University.\n\u2022 Architectural Representation Department, Universitat Polit\u00e8cnica de Catalunya.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session welcomes contributions on the application of modern AI systems\u2014particularly classification and content\/feature-recognition models and deep generative models\u2014to virtual acoustics. Topics include the synthesis, creation, and rendering of acoustic spaces; scene analysis and (source) separation. Also, AI driven sound scenes perceptual metrics and their evaluation. Target domains include spatial audio, cultural\/architectural heritage, and environmental noise\/ambience and soundscapes.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Description: It is widely recognized that the population in industrialized nations is aging rapidly. With this demographic shift, and additional factors such as noise-induced or congenital hearing loss, an increasing proportion of multimedia consumers require enhanced accessibility. Simultaneously, spatial audio is becoming mainstream, offering immersive listening experiences on many consumer devices. However, most spatial audio systems are designed with the implicit assumption of \u201cnormal hearing\u201d, potentially marginalizing a substantial segment of the audience.\nThis structured session examines the perceptual and technical assumptions underlying the concept of \u201cnormal hearing\u201d in spatial audio. It invites contributions to examine how various forms of hearing impairment alter spatial perception and immersion, and invites presentations on emerging strategies to design more accessible and inclusive spatial audio experiences.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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This session addresses technological advances and perceptual requirements in audio for augmented reality. Contributions on topics such as head-worn-array capture, room-adaptive rendering, audiovisual congruence, and perceptual evaluation methods are invited. The emphasis is on cross-disciplinary research integrating room acoustics, audio signal processing, psychoacoustics, HCI, and AR technology.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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