The 13th International Adult Aural Rehabilitation Conference
June 7 – 8, 2027
About the Conference
Hearing healthcare is rapidly evolving through advances in science, emerging technologies, changing models of clinical care, and a growing recognition of the importance of the lived experience. The 13th International Adult Aural Rehabilitation Conference, Bridge to the Future, will bring together researchers, clinicians, industry partners, students, and individuals with hearing loss to explore how these perspectives can inform and strengthen one another. Through presentations, discussions, and opportunities for collaboration, the conference will highlight innovative approaches to hearing healthcare and consider how evidence, technology, clinical expertise, and lived experience can be translated into more accessible, effective, and person-centered care.
The International Adult Aural Rehabilitation Conference has been held biannually since its first meeting in Portland, Maine, in 2001, and we are very happy to announce that the next meeting of this series will take place in Boston, Massachusetts. The conference will be held on June 7 -8, 2027, at Boston University.
The conference will feature presentations by our invited speakers, Kathy Cienkowski, Keith Darrow, and Shari Eberts.
Call For Papers/Posters
We are calling for papers that embrace this theme of transforming the adult aural rehabilitation experience. The theme of the Thirteenth International Adult AR Conference will be “Bridge to the Future: Transforming Hearing Healthcare by Connecting Science, Technology, Clinical Practice, and the Lived Experience.”
We welcome papers from representatives of laboratories, clinics, and educational facilities. The conference organizers also strongly support submissions from members of the hearing loss community. We invite all contributions on innovations in this increasingly important area. The conference will also include panel discussions around this theme which will include professionals and individuals with hearing difficulties.
Dates & Deadlines
| Dec. 4, 2026 | Abstract submission deadline |
| Jan. 8, 2027 | Notification of abstract acceptance |
| Feb. 1, 2027 | Registration opens |
| May 1, 2027 | Early-bird registration deadline |
| May 15, 2027 | Late registration deadline |
| Jun. 7-8, 2027 | IAARC 2027 |
Venue
Boston University
Rajen Kilachand Center for Integrated Life Sciences & Engineering (CILSE)
610 Commonwealth Avenue, Rm. 101
Boston, MA 02215
Registration
Coming soon!
Travel
The IAARC location is easily accessible from the Green Line B train via Blandford Street station and within a short walking distance (5 min) from the Green Line B, C, or D trains via Kenmore station. There are Boston University parking lots as well as street parking options available for those choosing to drive.
Public Transportation
- Subway/Train: Visit BU’s list of MBTA commuting options. Train passes can be purchased at most stations. At some stations (Blandford), train fare can be purchased directly on the train from your phone using ApplePay or CreditCard. Train Fare Information
- Flights: Boston is served by Boston Logan International Airport
- Biking: Boston’s bike share system (Blue Bikes) offers six convenient stations installed around the Boston University Campus
- Taxi/Car Service: Visit the Boston Police Department to view a list of authorized taxi cab associations in Boston
- For more information about the local bus or subway services, visit the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority
Driving
- Directions: Driving directions to Boston University Charles River Campus
- Parking: A limited number of handicapped parking spaces are available. Please indicate your need on the registration form and more information will be provided at that time. Street parking (meter) is available close to the conference site but may be limited. More guest parking can be found at the following link. The Agganis Arena Garage located behind 925 Commonwealth Ave by way of Buick St is the recommended parking site. The maximum rate is $28 for the day. Please allow at least 15 min to walk from the Agganis Garage to the conference location or you can take the train (Green line B) 2 stops to Blandford St. Overview of available guest/visitor parking lots
Accommodations
There are plenty of options for accommodation within the Boston area. Below are a few options of varying distance as well as commute time for multiple modes of transportation (including walking-Boston is a very walkable city!).
| Hotel | via MBTA (train or bus) | via Walking | via Uber/Lyft |
| Courtyard Boston Brookline | ~20 min (Green Line C to Kenmore, 5 min walk) | ~32 min | ~9 min |
| The Arcadian | ~19 min (Green Line C to Kenmore, 5 min walk) | ~24 min | ~6 min |
| Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge | ~25 min (18 min walk, 5 min Green Line B to Blandford St.) | ~22 min | ~8 min |
| Hotel Commonwealth | ~5-10 min | ~3 min | |
| The Verb | ~5-10 min | ~5 min | |
| Residence Inn | ~5-10 min | ~5 min | |
| Boston Park Plaza | ~17 min train (Green Line B to Blandford St.) or ~20 min train (Green Line C or D to Kenmore, 5 min walk) | ~41 min
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~15 min |
| AC Hotel Cleveland Circle | ~30 min train (5 min walk, 20 min train Green Line C to Kenmore, 5 min walk; or 5 min walk, 15 min train Green Line D to Kenmore, 5 min walk; or 8 min walk, 20 min train Green Line B to Blandford St.) | ~1 hr | ~15 min |
| Citizen M | ~ 9 min (Green Line B to Blandford) | ~20 min | ~ 5 min |
Accommodations/Concerns/Needs
Boston University’s Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences is committed to ensuring full access and participation in all continuing education events. The current event will include closed captioning of all lectures. If you require additional accommodation(s) to participate fully, or have any concerns or needs, please let us know as early as possible so we can make the appropriate arrangements. You may contact [Jennifer Bentley; bentley1@bu.edu] to discuss your needs confidentially.
IAARC Conference Committee
Content Committee: Claire Bernstein, Peggy Ellertsen, Theo Goverts, Geoff Plant, Jessica Preston, Maryam Salehomoum, Naama Tsach
Logistic Committee: Jennifer Bentley (contact: bentley1@bu.edu), Kathleen Cienkowski, Nicole Laffan, Michael Neiman, Cyndi Trueheart.