Interactions of alpha and beta synuclein proteins in auditory functioning

Alpha-synuclein is found in synaptic terminals at the base of both inner and outer hair cells, while the beta isoform is prominently localized to spiral ganglion neuron cell bodies. The present study assessed the role of beta-synuclein in auditory function, and potential interactions between isoforms.

Social integration or social alienation: A look at the social functioning of oral deaf teenagers in the mainstream educational setting

The purpose of this literature review was to determine the social functioning of oral deaf adolescents in the mainstream educational setting.