What is SENSE
SENSE is a research project focused on developing a technology capable of translating music and speech into real-time multisensory feedback.
Using advanced AI modules (source separation, speech recognition, and feature extraction), the platform will enable both hearing and hearing-impaired individuals to perceive sound through other senses.
The project is built on the scientific collaboration between the National University of Science and Technology Politehnica of Romania and the State University of Moldova, leveraging their combined expertise in audio processing, optimization, and artificial intelligence.
Project details
Program: Complex Bilateral projects with Republic of Moldova
Domain: Culture, creativity and inclusive society (ASC)
Sub-domain: Inclusive development and reduction of vulnerabilities
Project code: PN-IV-PCB-RO-MD-2024-0392
Project Title: Sensory Engagement Network for Shared Experiences (SENSE)
Contract Number: 31PCBROMD ⁄ 2025
Project Director: Ana Nicolae (Neacșu)
Project team
România – Politehnica Bucharest
A team specialized in audio processing, neural networks, and platform integration.
Dr. Ana Antonia Nicolae
Project Director
Vlad Vasilescu
Researcher
Prof. Dr. Corneliu Burileanu
Scientific Mentor
Dr. Bogdan Moroșanu
Researcher
Marian Negru
Researcher
Teodora Moroșanu
Communication Expert
Republica Moldova – State University of Moldova
Expertise in parallel algorithms, optimization, and HPC.
Elena CalmîÈ™
Researcher
Ghenadie Usic
Researcher
Călin Țurcanu
Researcher
Project stages
The project is carried out over a period of 24 months and includes the following stages.
Architecture Design
November 2025 - April 2026
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Analysis of the current state of the art
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Data collection
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Platform architecture design
Model Training
February 2026 - February 2027
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Implementation of data pipelines
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Training AI models
August 2026 - June 2027
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Module integration
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Platform prototype
Prototype
Validation
June 2027 - October 2027
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Testing, validation
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Result dissemination
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Final report