Focused Ultrasound Foundation

NHS Delivers First Histotripsy Treatment for Liver Cancer The ultrasound-based procedure destroys liver tumors in as little as 30 minutes — without surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation.

NHS Delivers First Histotripsy Treatment for Liver Cancer Outside Clinical Trials

Imperial designated Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence | Imperial News | Imperial College London Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London have been designated as a Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence.

We’re proud that Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social have been designated a Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence — one of only 16 worldwide driving innovation in research, training and patient care.👏

Read more👇
www.imperial.ac.uk/news/270573/...

This summer, four interns gained hands-on experience in focused ultrasound research, product development, and clinical innovation. Working alongside industry experts, they contributed to projects that reflect the growing impact of focused ultrasound. Learn more: https://ow.ly/MxIH50Xel8U

A recently published article details the development of a new focused ultrasound neuromodulation device capable of precisely targeting deep regions of the brain. Researchers aim to use the device to treat a range of neurological and psychiatric disorders: https://ow.ly/uoZs50XcGMR

Ep40: Therapeutic Ultrasound for Glioblastoma: Carthera’s Comparative Clinical Trial | Curing with Sound In this episode of Curing with Sound, we explore a groundbreaking approach to one of medicine’s toughest cancers, glioblastoma (GBM), with Michael Canney, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer at Carthera. GBM is the most aggressive form of brain cancer, notoriously hard to treat because the blood-brain barrier (BBB) blocks many life-saving drugs from reaching tumor cells. With survival rates of just one to two years, new approaches are urgently needed. Dr. Canney shares how Carthera’s SonoCloud-9, an implantable, therapeutic ultrasound device, temporarily opens the BBB and enhances the delivery...

In this episode, Michael Canney, PhD, CSO at Carthera, discusses the company’s SonoCloud-9, an implantable therapeutic ultrasound device designed to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier and enable drugs to reach tumors like glioblastoma more effectively. https://ow.ly/Va1w50XfFgL

A new review article spotlights how focused ultrasound may provide a noninvasive treatment option for patients with sarcomas. These rare cancers develop in bone and soft tissues, are notoriously difficult to treat, and prone to recurrence even after surgery. Learn more: https://ow.ly/HUOI50XeiaK

A new study is exploring how focused ultrasound can control gene expression to improve stem cell therapies.
Researchers have introduced a novel genetic switch that enables a single, brief pulse of focused ultrasound to permanently activate targeted genes in stem cells: https://ow.ly/KVA150XbtI9

Ep39: Innovation, Advocacy, and the Future of Focused Ultrasound with Gary Shapiro | Curing with Sound In this episode of Curing with Sound, we sit down with Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), and a valued member of the Focused Ultrasound Foundation Board of Directors. With decades of experience advocating for disruptive innovation, Gary offers a unique perspective on how focused ultrasound fits within the global ecosystem of transformative healthcare technologies. His perspective provides a compelling look at how focused ultrasound aligns with broader trends in global healthcare innovation. Throughout the conversation, Gary shares his personal...

ICYMI: Curing with Sound featuring Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association, and a member of the Foundation's Board. Gary discusses focused ultrasound advocacy and shares insights on technology, innovation, and the future of medicine. https://ow.ly/J6cy50XbtAH

New preclinical studies highlight focused ultrasound’s potential for brain tumors and Parkinson’s disease. One showed strong anti-tumor effects in glioblastoma models; another improved behavioral outcomes in a Parkinson’s model. https://ow.ly/hb9350Xbm57

Meet Eleanor Stride, PhD, Professor at the University of Oxford and part of the institution’s Focused Ultrasound Center of Excellence. Her work in microbubble design and drug delivery may soon change the way patients receive chemotherapy & high-powered antibiotics: https://ow.ly/BHAU50XaYKI

OCD Awareness Week: Monica’s Story
After trying countless therapies with little success, she found relief through a focused ultrasound clinical trial. Following two noninvasive treatments, Monica experienced a reduction in her OCD symptoms over the next 18 months: https://ow.ly/h19o50X9XrP

The Foundation is pleased to announce Imperial College London as the 16th Center of Excellence (COE) worldwide. The COE program recognizes institutions leading the field in research, development, and clinical adoption of focused ultrasound.
Read more: https://ow.ly/bmEu50X9NiO

In our Focused In series, we spotlight staff members whose work is making an impact.
Jessica Chao is the Foundation’s Asia Ambassador and a member of our Council. She coordinates activities across Asia, where clinical adoption of focused ultrasound is rapidly expanding: https://ow.ly/rNit50X98E4

ISTU On-Air Webinar Series – International Society for Therapeutic Ultrasound We are excited to continue the ISTU On-Air webinar series in 2024. These webinars are designed to promote knowledge of Therapeutic Ultrasound and increase discussion among the ISTU community. The Education Committee led by Hong Chen, Ph.D. is actively working on the programming for the webinar serie…

Register for the next ISTU webinar, "High-Speed Photography of Cavitation Bubbles: micro- and nanobubbles, and drop chain,” featuring Nobuki Kudo, PhD, from Hokkaido University.
This free event will be held live on October 16/17 at various local times.
https://istu.org/istu-live-webinar-series/

Ep39: Innovation, Advocacy, and the Future of Focused Ultrasound with Gary Shapiro | Curing with Sound In this episode of Curing with Sound, we sit down with Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), and a valued member of the Focused Ultrasound Foundation Board of Directors. With decades of experience advocating for disruptive innovation, Gary offers a unique perspective on how focused ultrasound fits within the global ecosystem of transformative healthcare technologies. His perspective provides a compelling look at how focused ultrasound aligns with broader trends in global healthcare innovation. Throughout the conversation, Gary shares his personal...

Tune in as we speak with Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair of the CTA, and a member of the Foundation's Board of Directors. Gary shares his insights on how focused ultrasound fits within the global landscape of transformative healthcare technologies.
https://ow.ly/whYI50X7SGW

Fellowship Opportunity: The Andrew J. Lockhart Postdoctoral Fellowship supports early-career researchers in focused ultrasound and immuno-oncology. The one-year program provides a $75,000 stipend. Applications due November 14. Learn more: https://ow.ly/i2m650X5KJh

Clark has lived with essential tremor since childhood. In 2022, Clark had a noninvasive focused ultrasound procedure, which enabled him to get back to doing what he loves with a steadier hand and renewed confidence. Read Clark’s story: https://ow.ly/sHsp50X6bnH

Open Access UCL Research: MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound for the Treatment of Dystonia: A Narrative Review discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...

Veterinary pilot study on focused ultrasound treatment of spontaneous canine and feline tumours: technical and feasibility assessment. link.springer.com/article/10.1...

Doctors in Virginia say focused ultrasound could soon be used as a treatment for addiction Treatment for addiction could be a lifelong journey. Doctors in Virginia are experimenting with an incision-free brain procedure that might help.

Doctors in Virginia say focused ultrasound could soon be used as a treatment for addiction

New paper published: "Focused transcranial ultrasound stimulation: a breakthrough approach to treating brain disorders" - Co-authored by Prof Sven Vanneste.

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17434440.2025.2563618

#Neuroscience #Psychology Sven Vanneste

Researchers at Sunnybrook are conducting a clinical trial to enhance radiation therapy through focused ultrasound-stimulated microbubble treatment. Learn more: research.sunnybrook.ca/2025/09/igni...

Focused ultrasound is reshaping brain surgery with sound waves, treating tremor, Parkinson's, tumors, and more - all without a scalpel.

Read in IEEE Pulse: https://www.embs.org/pulse/articles/breaking-barriers-with-sound-focused-ultrasound-in-the-brain/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=social

Watch this powerful before-and-after video showing the life-changing impact of MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS), the latest treatment option for essential tremor or Parkinson’s disease.

Focused Ultrasound for Uterine Fibroids: Foundation Convenes Workshop - Focused Ultrasound Foundation The recording of the event, which featured worldwide experts in the field, is now available.

A white paper summarizing the Foundation’s workshop on advances in using focused ultrasound to treat uterine fibroids is now available. The workshop explored strategies to improve patient outcomes & reduce barriers to access for focused ultrasound fibroid treatments: https://ow.ly/NRjQ50X5H7x

Our latest podcast features Melissa, whose life was transformed following a focused ultrasound procedure for her essential tremor. She describes the moment as “a complete miracle,” gaining back her independence and the ability to enjoy everyday tasks.
Listen & subscribe: https://ow.ly/f88j50X55OB

Could a creatine boost help the brain? Virginia Tech scientists test new ultrasound therapy Researchers at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute are exploring whether focused ultrasound can help children with creatine deficiency overcome learning and speech delays.

Creatine as a neurotransmitter?! 🧠

Fred Wu is working on a technique that uses focused ultrasound to deliver creatine directly to the brain by temporarily opening the blood-brain barrier.

🤝 @virginiatech.bsky.social | @childrensnational.bsky.social | @fusfoundation.bsky.social

The Foundation is pleased to welcome Charlotte Yeh, MD, to our Council. Dr. Yeh is a board-certified emergency physician and healthcare innovator. The Council is a dedicated group of ambassadors who provide advice and build awareness of focused ultrasound technology. https://ow.ly/JUzS50X3OUC

Clinical Trial Results: Focused Ultrasound Neuromodulation Improves Mood, Anxiety, and Trauma-Related Disorders Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin investigated the use of low-intensity focused ultrasound neuromodulation for a variety of mental health disorders.

Published clinical trial results have shown that focused ultrasound neuromodulation can improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and related disorders. Researchers targeted the brain’s left amygdala, which is known to be hyperactive in mood and anxiety disorders. https://ow.ly/t7uw50X3Gjv

UK Focused Ultrasound Foundation and Pancreatic Cancer UK Partner to Fight Against Pancreatic Cancer | Newswise The UK Focused Ultrasound Foundation and Pancreatic Cancer UK announced a new partnership to co-fund a preclinical study at the University of Oxford investigating whether focused ultrasound can enhanc...

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