Welcome to ASPIRE: Advancing the Frontier of Audio and Signal Processing

Unlocking the Power of Sound for a Better Tomorrow

Nestled within the vibrant academic community of Ghent University and IDLab, the ASPIRE (Audio and Signal Processing, Interpretation, and Enhancement) research lab is a beacon of innovation and discovery in the realms of audio and signal processing.

What is ASPIRE?

ASPIRE, an acronym for "Audio and Signal Processing, Interpretation and Enhancement," encapsulates our commitment to pushing the boundaries of these fields. Here at ASPIRE, we are on a relentless pursuit to harness the power of audio and signal processing for the betterment of our world. Our multidisciplinary team of researchers is dedicated to creating novel solutions in the domains of speech enhancement, audio-visual, spatial audio, and biomedical signal processing.

Our Philosophy

The underlying philosophy in our approaches is the appropriate embedding of well understood, and domain-specific knowledge within machine learning frameworks. This allows us to better leverage available data, while allowing the algorithms to generalise efficiently to unseen conditions and real-life situations. Our research is not confined to the laboratory; it resonates in classrooms, healthcare, communication systems, and countless other facets of modern society.

Explore Our Research Areas

Speech Enhancement

Our expertise in speech enhancement technologies aims to improve communication in noisy environments, providing clearer, more accessible interactions for all.

Audio Analytics

We delve into the intricacies of audio analysis, focusing on tasks such as classifying background scenes and localizing acoustic events to advance understanding and applications in audio processing and interpretation.

Spatial Audio

We explore the immersive world of spatial audio, creating experiences that transcend traditional audio boundaries and enhance human perception focussing on realistic audio reproduction for group experiences in Virtual Reality.

Biomedical Signal Processing

We contribute novel signal processing approaches for pattern recognition and signal detection in sensor time-series. Our recent work encompasses cardio-vascular analysis based on signals obtained from laser doppler vibrometry (LDVs) and barcode detection using nanopores.

Join Our Journey

At ASPIRE, collaboration is the heart of our success. We invite you to explore our website, get to know our researchers, and engage with our ongoing projects. Whether you're a student, a fellow researcher, or a potential partner, we welcome you to join us on this incredible journey of discovery and innovation.