Follow how iCO Lab research moves from new questions and funded discovery to published evidence, clinical conversations, and public impact.
Stay up to date with the latest from the iCO Lab. Here we share research milestones, new funding, publications, collaborations, recognitions, and media coverage that reflect the growth and impact of our work.
Advanced MRI and computational modeling are transforming how clinicians understand anatomy, evaluate treatment options, and pursue better outcomes for children with speech disorders.
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Congratulations to Emily Sherrod, CSD doctoral student, on receiving the Distinguished Early Career Professional designation from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)!
This award recognizes early career professionals in audiology and speech-language pathology who are making an impact through leadership, volunteering, and advocacy at the local, state, and/or national level.
October 2026
A conversation about MRI, machine learning, and the future of patient-specific treatment.
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The award supports a cross-disciplinary effort to develop more personalized and effective treatments for children with speech disorders.
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SCHEV recognized Mason as one of 12 faculty members statewide exemplifying excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
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UVA recognized Mason’s growing record of research focused on pediatric speech disorders, clinical imaging, and improved outcomes.
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Dr. Mason began a three-year term serving the Craniofacial and Velopharyngeal Disorders section.
January 2024
Kazlin Mason received an NIDCD R21 award to develop MRI-guided approaches that combine clinical imaging, quantitative anatomy, and machine learning.
November 2023
James Daniero, Kazlin Mason, and Donald Griffin received two NIH grants to study advanced biomaterials designed to restore voice and speech function.
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Congratulations to Lab Manager and Research Assistant Kennedy Wilkins on receiving one of the UVA School of Education's highest student honors, recognizing excellence in academics, leadership, and service.
March 2023
The American Cleft Palate/Craniofacial Association recognized Dr. Mason for exemplary accomplishment and dedication to people with cleft and craniofacial conditions.
March 2022
Our cross-disciplinary research team received UVA 3Cavs funding to investigate the neurobiological correlates of listener perception for compensatory speech errors.
August 2021
Congratulations to lab member Sydney Cadogan on receiving UVA's Outstanding Master's Student Award.
May 2021
Lab member Emily Sherrod was featured for her work at the intersection of artificial intelligence and human development.
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The UVA School of Education and Human Development highlighted Vadlamani's leadership in the iCO Lab and her path toward a career in speech-language pathology.
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Botz led a presentation and workshop for C'ville Opera performers, bringing the lab's research to a local arts audience.
June 2025Our research is made possible through the support of organizations committed to advancing discovery, clinical innovation, and better outcomes for children and families.
