Abstract: A method for inducing sensory receptor regeneration includes a step of identifying a subject in need of regeneration of inner ear sensory epithelia. Yap/Tead signaling in the subject is then activated. Typically, Yap/Tead signaling is activated by introducing an expression vector into the subject such that the expression vector contacts inner ear sensory epithelia in a sufficient amount to induce regeneration thereof. Characteristically, the expression vector encodes a constitutively active YAP gene.