Advances and Perspectives in Auditory Neuroscience (APAN) is dedicated to promoting research in central auditory neuroscience. Since our first meeting in 2003, APAN has provided an opportunity for young and established researchers to network, discuss issues of common interest, and share their latest findings just before the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience (SfN). As always, our mandate is to showcase the latest, unpublished work in our field, support the professional development of our younger members, and honor the career achievements of an established member of our community through a keynote lecture. .