Dr. Cara Stepp

Professor

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Biography

Cara Stepp is a Professor at Boston University's Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, specializing in speech, language, and hearing sciences. She conducts research focused on rehabilitating disordered sensorimotor functions related to voice and speech. Her objective is to extend therapeutic advances in speech systems and improve treatment alternatives for individuals with communication-related challenges. Dr. Stepp's expertise lies at the intersection of speech science, computer science, and engineering, aiming to enhance the diagnosis and rehabilitation of voice and speech disorders. She has been recognized with the NSF CAREER Award and serves as the PI on several active federal grants. Her contributions to science are extensive, with over 100 articles published in journals related to health and science and multiple book chapters. Additionally, she was a noted recipient of the Peter Paul Career Development Professorship and has received various awards acknowledging her early career contributions to research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Engaged in teaching, research, and mentorship in the field of speech, language, and hearing sciences.

Awards

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NSF CAREER Award

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Peter Paul Career Development Professorship

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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