Focused Ultrasound Foundation
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Accelerating the development and adoption of noninvasive focused ultrasound technology.
Rich began experiencing the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in 2017 while on a motorcycle camping trip. After trying numerous medications with little relief, he opted for a focused ultrasound procedure. Soon after, he was able to return to the hobbies he loves. https://ow.ly/wvq750XxcCe
November 28, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Rich began experiencing the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in 2017 while on a motorcycle camping trip. After trying numerous medications with little relief, he opted for a focused ultrasound procedure. Soon after, he was able to return to the hobbies he loves. https://ow.ly/wvq750XxcCe
In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Vanda Corbett shares how focused ultrasound transformed her life after decades of adenomyosis-related pain. Searching for an alternative to surgery, she traveled to Chongqing Haifu Hospital in China for a focused ultrasound treatment. https://ow.ly/1KBh50Xx9wO
Curing with Sound Podcast Ep42 – Focused Ultrasound for Women’s Health: One Patient’s Adenomyosis Journey - Focused Ultrasound Foundation
Adenomyosis is a condition in which the uterine lining grows into the muscular wall of the uterus, often causing heavy menstrual bleeding, severe cramping, and chronic pelvic pain. It is estimated to affect 25–60% of women worldwide. Despite its prevalence, treatment options in North America remain extremely limited. Many patients are forced to choose between ...
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November 27, 2025 at 3:20 PM
In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Vanda Corbett shares how focused ultrasound transformed her life after decades of adenomyosis-related pain. Searching for an alternative to surgery, she traveled to Chongqing Haifu Hospital in China for a focused ultrasound treatment. https://ow.ly/1KBh50Xx9wO
Melissa was diagnosed with essential tremor in childhood, and the condition disrupted her daily routines and sense of independence. Everything changed after her bilateral focused ultrasound treatment, which she describes as “a complete miracle.”
Read Melissa’s story: https://ow.ly/2qF950XxGHc
Read Melissa’s story: https://ow.ly/2qF950XxGHc
November 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Melissa was diagnosed with essential tremor in childhood, and the condition disrupted her daily routines and sense of independence. Everything changed after her bilateral focused ultrasound treatment, which she describes as “a complete miracle.”
Read Melissa’s story: https://ow.ly/2qF950XxGHc
Read Melissa’s story: https://ow.ly/2qF950XxGHc
Clinical trial results published this week report, for the first time, a possible survival benefit among newly diagnosed glioblastoma (GBM) patients treated with focused ultrasound + temozolomide (or TMZ, a chemotherapy drug). Read more about this exciting news:
https://ow.ly/yZg750Xxhmb
https://ow.ly/yZg750Xxhmb
Glioblastoma Clinical Trial: Focused Ultrasound Blood-Brain Barrier Opening with Chemotherapy is Safe, Provides Early Evidence of Survival Benefit - Focused Ultrasound Foundation
Key Points Microbubble-Enhanced Transcranial Focused Ultrasound with Temozolomide for Patients with High-Grade Gliomas (BT008NA): A Multicenter, Open-Label, Phase 1/2 Trial The results from a preliminary open-label, phase 1/2, Insightec-sponsored clinical trial in patients with glioblastoma (GBM) have now been published in Lancet Oncology. GBM is the most aggressive primary brain tumor, and patients typically only ...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Clinical trial results published this week report, for the first time, a possible survival benefit among newly diagnosed glioblastoma (GBM) patients treated with focused ultrasound + temozolomide (or TMZ, a chemotherapy drug). Read more about this exciting news:
https://ow.ly/yZg750Xxhmb
https://ow.ly/yZg750Xxhmb
The Foundation recently co-hosted a workshop with CURE Epilepsy on the role of focused ultrasound in epilepsy treatment. Experts convened to assess the state of the science, evaluate ongoing studies, and develop a roadmap to accelerate progress. https://ow.ly/7hbz50XuUCo
Foundation Hosts First Workshop on Focused Ultrasound to Treat Epilepsy - Focused Ultrasound Foundation
A 1.5-day workshop was recently held to accelerate the development of focused ultrasound as a safe and effective therapy for treating epilepsy.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The Foundation recently co-hosted a workshop with CURE Epilepsy on the role of focused ultrasound in epilepsy treatment. Experts convened to assess the state of the science, evaluate ongoing studies, and develop a roadmap to accelerate progress. https://ow.ly/7hbz50XuUCo
Meet Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, associate professor of surgical oncology at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. Explore Dr. Tuohy's innovative research using histotripsy and immunotherapy to treat canine bone cancer, oral tumors, liver cancer, and more: https://ow.ly/QaYg50Xu8cl
November 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Meet Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, associate professor of surgical oncology at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. Explore Dr. Tuohy's innovative research using histotripsy and immunotherapy to treat canine bone cancer, oral tumors, liver cancer, and more: https://ow.ly/QaYg50Xu8cl
Researchers have developed and tested a new noninvasive focused ultrasound protocol for ultrasonic debris clearance (UDC) in the brain. They found that UDC reduced inflammation, increased functional recovery, and improved survival in two preclinical models of stroke. https://ow.ly/jiCh50Xune6
Preclinical Research: Focused Ultrasound to Noninvasively Clear Debris from the Brain - Focused Ultrasound Foundation
Researchers developed and tested a new noninvasive focused ultrasound protocol for ultrasonic debris clearance (UDC) in the brain.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Researchers have developed and tested a new noninvasive focused ultrasound protocol for ultrasonic debris clearance (UDC) in the brain. They found that UDC reduced inflammation, increased functional recovery, and improved survival in two preclinical models of stroke. https://ow.ly/jiCh50Xune6
In our latest podcast, we speak with Dr. Vanda Corbett, who endured decades of adenomyosis-related pain before discovering focused ultrasound. She made the life-changing decision to travel from Dubai to Chongqing Haifu Hospital in China for a focused ultrasound procedure: https://ow.ly/UiNa50XtK6M
Ep42: Focused Ultrasound for Women’s Health: One Patient’s Adenomyosis Journey | Curing with Sound
Adenomyosis is a condition in which the uterine lining grows into the muscular wall of the uterus, often causing heavy menstrual bleeding, severe cramping, and chronic pelvic pain. It is estimated to affect 25–60% of women worldwide. Despite its prevalence, treatment options in North America remain extremely limited. Many patients are forced to choose between long-term opioid pain management or a hysterectomy, options that can significantly impact quality of life.In this episode of Curing with Sound, we speak with Dr. Vanda Corbett, a healthcare practitioner who endured decades of...
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November 19, 2025 at 4:01 PM
In our latest podcast, we speak with Dr. Vanda Corbett, who endured decades of adenomyosis-related pain before discovering focused ultrasound. She made the life-changing decision to travel from Dubai to Chongqing Haifu Hospital in China for a focused ultrasound procedure: https://ow.ly/UiNa50XtK6M
Join us today, Nov 18, at 3 pm ET, for a live virtual event co-hosted by the Foundation and the Society of Interventional Oncology, exploring innovative, minimally invasive techniques for treating pancreatic cancer, including focused ultrasound.
Register: https://ow.ly/mBoB50XtIjQ
Register: https://ow.ly/mBoB50XtIjQ
Exploring Minimally Invasive Techniques for Pancreatic Cancer
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November 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Join us today, Nov 18, at 3 pm ET, for a live virtual event co-hosted by the Foundation and the Society of Interventional Oncology, exploring innovative, minimally invasive techniques for treating pancreatic cancer, including focused ultrasound.
Register: https://ow.ly/mBoB50XtIjQ
Register: https://ow.ly/mBoB50XtIjQ
FUSMobile’s Neurolyser XR focused ultrasound system has been granted De Novo clearance by the FDA for the treatment of chronic low back pain. This marks a milestone for patients, as low back pain affects millions and is often treated with opioids or invasive procedures. https://ow.ly/hlBU50XtvPH
November 18, 2025 at 3:30 PM
FUSMobile’s Neurolyser XR focused ultrasound system has been granted De Novo clearance by the FDA for the treatment of chronic low back pain. This marks a milestone for patients, as low back pain affects millions and is often treated with opioids or invasive procedures. https://ow.ly/hlBU50XtvPH
To honor Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, our team was proud to take part in the Charlottesville Walk to End Alzheimer’s. We hosted an educational booth to share emerging research & resources on how focused ultrasound could help transform the future of Alzheimer’s treatment: https://ow.ly/iRzO50XrU4M
November 17, 2025 at 3:02 PM
To honor Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, our team was proud to take part in the Charlottesville Walk to End Alzheimer’s. We hosted an educational booth to share emerging research & resources on how focused ultrasound could help transform the future of Alzheimer’s treatment: https://ow.ly/iRzO50XrU4M
Debilitating neuropathic pain in Tammy’s hip made it impossible to sit still for any length of time. Nine months after her focused ultrasound treatment, Tammy reported that she was “still pain-free and loving it!” Learn more: https://www.fusfoundation.org/profiles/tammy/
November 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Debilitating neuropathic pain in Tammy’s hip made it impossible to sit still for any length of time. Nine months after her focused ultrasound treatment, Tammy reported that she was “still pain-free and loving it!” Learn more: https://www.fusfoundation.org/profiles/tammy/
Register Today: On Wed, Nov 19, at 3pm ET, the Foundation and the Society of Interventional Oncology are hosting a free webinar exploring innovative, minimally invasive techniques for treating pancreatic cancer, including focused ultrasound.
Register: https://ow.ly/NgXS50XrsEW
Register: https://ow.ly/NgXS50XrsEW
Exploring Minimally Invasive Techniques for Pancreatic Cancer
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November 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Register Today: On Wed, Nov 19, at 3pm ET, the Foundation and the Society of Interventional Oncology are hosting a free webinar exploring innovative, minimally invasive techniques for treating pancreatic cancer, including focused ultrasound.
Register: https://ow.ly/NgXS50XrsEW
Register: https://ow.ly/NgXS50XrsEW
In our latest episode, Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, discusses her current clinical trial using focused ultrasound for canine osteosarcoma. We’re also joined by Tasha, whose two dogs participated in the studies.
https://ow.ly/otGz50XqciE
https://ow.ly/otGz50XqciE
November 13, 2025 at 3:05 PM
In our latest episode, Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, discusses her current clinical trial using focused ultrasound for canine osteosarcoma. We’re also joined by Tasha, whose two dogs participated in the studies.
https://ow.ly/otGz50XqciE
https://ow.ly/otGz50XqciE
Last Call: Apply for the Lockhart Postdoctoral Fellowship in Focused Ultrasound and Immuno-Oncology
This one-year fellowship pairs an early-career focused ultrasound scientist with a leading immuno-oncology laboratory to foster research. Applications are due Nov 14: https://ow.ly/8n2I50XqcE7
This one-year fellowship pairs an early-career focused ultrasound scientist with a leading immuno-oncology laboratory to foster research. Applications are due Nov 14: https://ow.ly/8n2I50XqcE7
November 12, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Last Call: Apply for the Lockhart Postdoctoral Fellowship in Focused Ultrasound and Immuno-Oncology
This one-year fellowship pairs an early-career focused ultrasound scientist with a leading immuno-oncology laboratory to foster research. Applications are due Nov 14: https://ow.ly/8n2I50XqcE7
This one-year fellowship pairs an early-career focused ultrasound scientist with a leading immuno-oncology laboratory to foster research. Applications are due Nov 14: https://ow.ly/8n2I50XqcE7
A published study reports encouraging one-year outcomes using the Theraclion focused ultrasound device to treat varicose veins. These findings suggest that noninvasive focused ultrasound may offer a competitive alternative to conventional therapies: https://ow.ly/7CbH50XpCyQ
Focused Ultrasound for Varicose Veins: Durable Results at One-Year - Focused Ultrasound Foundation
Researchers in Spain reported encouraging results one year after using Theraclion’s SONOVEIN focused ultrasound device to treat varicose veins.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
A published study reports encouraging one-year outcomes using the Theraclion focused ultrasound device to treat varicose veins. These findings suggest that noninvasive focused ultrasound may offer a competitive alternative to conventional therapies: https://ow.ly/7CbH50XpCyQ
The Foundation hosted its 2nd workshop exploring the role of focused ultrasound for cell and gene therapy. Experts gathered to discuss gene therapy for neurodegenerative diseases and large-organ applications, as well as cell therapies for brain tumors. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/iGJh50Xn7s6
https://ow.ly/iGJh50Xn7s6
November 10, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The Foundation hosted its 2nd workshop exploring the role of focused ultrasound for cell and gene therapy. Experts gathered to discuss gene therapy for neurodegenerative diseases and large-organ applications, as well as cell therapies for brain tumors. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/iGJh50Xn7s6
https://ow.ly/iGJh50Xn7s6
Bobby was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease at just 42. After experiencing severe side effects from his medications, Bobby turned to focused ultrasound treatment. Within hours of the procedure, his tremors subsided and his muscle rigidity eased.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/fTRV50Xouu7
Learn more: https://ow.ly/fTRV50Xouu7
November 8, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Bobby was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease at just 42. After experiencing severe side effects from his medications, Bobby turned to focused ultrasound treatment. Within hours of the procedure, his tremors subsided and his muscle rigidity eased.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/fTRV50Xouu7
Learn more: https://ow.ly/fTRV50Xouu7
A published study found that AI models can accurately predict the success of some focused ultrasound treatments for some psychiatric disorders. By improving patient selection, this approach could reduce treatment failure rates and expand access to this noninvasive therapy. https://ow.ly/JgO950XnhYN
November 7, 2025 at 2:30 PM
A published study found that AI models can accurately predict the success of some focused ultrasound treatments for some psychiatric disorders. By improving patient selection, this approach could reduce treatment failure rates and expand access to this noninvasive therapy. https://ow.ly/JgO950XnhYN
In this episode, Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, from Virginia Tech, discusses her clinical trials investigating histotripsy, a noninvasive focused ultrasound technology, for canine osteosarcoma. We are also joined by Tasha, whose two dogs participated in the trials. https://ow.ly/JrfU50XnWUr
Ep41: Advancing Cancer Research with Histotripsy: Insights from a Canine Osteosarcoma Trial | Curing with Sound
In this episode of Curing with Sound, we explore how focused ultrasound is revolutionizing the field of veterinary medicine. Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, Associate Professor of Surgical Oncology at Virginia Tech’s Animal Cancer Care and Research Center, investigates how histotripsy—a non-thermal focused ultrasound technology—could improve cancer outcomes for veterinary patients while advancing treatments that may benefit both animals and humans. She discusses her clinical trial on osteosarcoma, an aggressive bone cancer that affects dogs and humans in remarkably similar ways. We also talk with...
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November 6, 2025 at 6:25 PM
In this episode, Joanne Tuohy, DVM, PhD, from Virginia Tech, discusses her clinical trials investigating histotripsy, a noninvasive focused ultrasound technology, for canine osteosarcoma. We are also joined by Tasha, whose two dogs participated in the trials. https://ow.ly/JrfU50XnWUr
Deadline Approaching: The one-year Andrew J. Lockhart Postdoctoral Fellowship pairs an early-career focused ultrasound scientist with a leading immuno-oncology laboratory to foster research. The recipient will receive a $75,000 stipend; applications are due Nov 14. Apply: https://ow.ly/A9gj50Xn4eG
November 5, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Deadline Approaching: The one-year Andrew J. Lockhart Postdoctoral Fellowship pairs an early-career focused ultrasound scientist with a leading immuno-oncology laboratory to foster research. The recipient will receive a $75,000 stipend; applications are due Nov 14. Apply: https://ow.ly/A9gj50Xn4eG
Meet Paul Lyon, PhD, co-director of the Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence at the University of Oxford. He has over a decade of experience in both clinical and preclinical research related to therapeutic ultrasound and its applications. Learn more about his work:
https://ow.ly/7XVQ50XlZPI
https://ow.ly/7XVQ50XlZPI
November 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Meet Paul Lyon, PhD, co-director of the Focused Ultrasound Centre of Excellence at the University of Oxford. He has over a decade of experience in both clinical and preclinical research related to therapeutic ultrasound and its applications. Learn more about his work:
https://ow.ly/7XVQ50XlZPI
https://ow.ly/7XVQ50XlZPI
A review highlights sonodynamic therapy (SDT) with 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) as a promising treatment for malignant gliomas. SDT is an emerging cancer treatment that uses focused ultrasound to activate agents in the body that selectively target & destroy tumor cells. https://ow.ly/cq2B50XkxrN
November 3, 2025 at 3:50 PM
A review highlights sonodynamic therapy (SDT) with 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) as a promising treatment for malignant gliomas. SDT is an emerging cancer treatment that uses focused ultrasound to activate agents in the body that selectively target & destroy tumor cells. https://ow.ly/cq2B50XkxrN
Headquartered in Lyon, France, Focal One specializes in high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for prostate cancer, but the company has been expanding into several new clinical areas, including endometriosis and pancreatic cancer. Learn more: https://ow.ly/puZ550XkubP
October 31, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Headquartered in Lyon, France, Focal One specializes in high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for prostate cancer, but the company has been expanding into several new clinical areas, including endometriosis and pancreatic cancer. Learn more: https://ow.ly/puZ550XkubP
Our latest podcast features Michael Canney, PhD, CSO at Carthera, discussing the company’s SonoCloud-9, an implantable ultrasound device that temporarily opens the blood-brain barrier to help chemotherapy reach glioblastoma (GBM) tumors more effectively.
https://ow.ly/gJj350XjRoi
https://ow.ly/gJj350XjRoi
October 30, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Our latest podcast features Michael Canney, PhD, CSO at Carthera, discussing the company’s SonoCloud-9, an implantable ultrasound device that temporarily opens the blood-brain barrier to help chemotherapy reach glioblastoma (GBM) tumors more effectively.
https://ow.ly/gJj350XjRoi
https://ow.ly/gJj350XjRoi