Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Saaim Khan"
- Saaim Khan's recent research primarily focuses on the role of the cytoskeleton, particularly βV spectrin, in outer hair cells (OHCs) within the cochlea, a critical component of auditory function.
- The study conducted on βV spectrin knockout mice revealed that these animals maintain normal auditory thresholds, indicating that the absence of βV spectrin does not impair hearing capabilities.
- Findings also demonstrate that the OHCs in the knockout mice exhibit normal electromechanical activity, as evidenced by assessment techniques such as otoacoustic emissions and non-linear capacitance measurements, suggesting alternative pathways may support OHC function.
