At QM we understand the value of high-quality data on speech production and articulation, applying data from a number of techniques to a wide range to theoretical problems. In 2002, Dr Nigel Hewlett, Laboratory Director, initiated a long-term programme of research and development into the of use of ultrasound for tongue imaging. With advice from Prof Maureen Stone, support from the Scottish Higher Education Funding Council through SRIF2 and SRIF3 funding (Science Research Investment Fund), and in collaboration with Dr Alan Wrench of Articulate Instruments Ltd, our laboratory was born.

Potentially, ultrasound makes for an ideal recording mechanism. It is safe, provides good resolution images in real time and is portable.

In practice, the technique, like any other, is both amazingly powerful and revealing, and frustrating and difficult.

These pages provide some basic information about our lab, selected output, and information for research subjects.