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Focused Ultrasound Foundation

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Accelerating the development and adoption of noninvasive focused ultrasound technology.

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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
In this month’s blog, we highlight how the Pacific Parkinson’s Research Centre’s McKeown Laboratory launched, enrolled, completed, and published a Foundation-funded focused ultrasound neuromodulation study in less than two years: ow.ly/PQ0G50ZUAg5
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
Join us for Celebrating Focused Ultrasound: The Future is Now. From Nov 11–13, the focused ultrasound community will convene in McLean, VA, to celebrate the extraordinary progress in the field and the Foundation’s 20th Anniversary. Learn more and register: ow.ly/YPYP50ZV3V7
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Register for the next ISTU webinar, "Hydrophone Measurement Methodology for Therapeutic Ultrasound,” featuring Keith Wear, PhD, a research physicist at the US FDA. This free event will be held live on Oct 15/16 at various local times. Register today: istu.org/istu-live-webinar-series
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Focused ultrasound will be featured at Breakthroughs in Cell + Gene Therapy, hosted by the American Society for Gene and Cell Therapy Nov 12–13 in Nashville. Learn more and register by October 13 to take advantage of discounted rates: ow.ly/hmyM50ZW88J
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The International Focused Ultrasound Society (IFUS) has surpassed 500 members across 43 countries and regions—just months after launching! Join a global community of clinicians, researchers, industry leaders, and others working to advance focused ultrasound. Join IFUS today: www.ifus.org
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Register for the next ISTU webinar, "Ultrasound-Sensitive Microbubbles for Therapeutic Applications,” featuring John Eisenbrey, PhD, from Thomas Jefferson University. This free event will be held live on Sept 17th & 18th at various local times. Learn more: istu.org/istu-live-webinar-series
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
To date, more than 400 students and early-career researchers have participated in internships through the Foundation's Dan and Lou Jordan Focused Ultrasound Internship Program—gaining hands-on experience while contributing to focused ultrasound research. Learn more: ow.ly/TSgf50ZJAZN
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Now Hiring: The Foundation is seeking an experienced Executive Administrative Assistant to provide high-level support to the CEO and administrative support across the organization. This is an on-site position based in Charlottesville, VA. Learn more: ow.ly/UW5T50ZIt2h
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The Foundation's Veterinary Program has funded 30 focused ultrasound clinical trials at 11 institutions. Philanthropic support helps advance this important research and create new possibilities for patient care. Help shape the future of veterinary medicine: ow.ly/jcTZ50ZGI3Y
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Trending Now: Focused Ultrasound on the Podcast Circuit Focused ultrasound researchers and industry leaders have recently joined podcasts and webinars to discuss exciting developments across a wide range of topics. Explore the featured episodes: bit.ly/46uJakq
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The Foundation has partnered with Bracco Imaging to help Foundation-funded researchers more easily access the company’s microbubbles for preclinical research. Through this partnership, eligible researchers can access Bracco’s microbubbles at an expedited pace and fixed price. bit.ly/4gynHvL
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Vibhor Krishna, MD, is a functional neurosurgeon who leads the focused ultrasound program at the University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill. As a clinician researcher, he uses focused ultrasound to treat movement disorders, chronic pain and epilepsy. Read our recent interview: bit.ly/3Sr0QtO
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
The Foundation established its first Center of Excellence (COE) in 2009, launching a global program that recognizes leading institutions advancing focused ultrasound research, clinical care, and physician training. Today, the program has grown to 20 COEs across 9 countries. bit.ly/4hGA6zZ
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Preclinical research at Imperial College London is exploring whether focused ultrasound can help prevent low-grade gliomas from progressing into aggressive, high-grade brain tumors. Learn more: ow.ly/JWah50ZA05M
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Join the global focused ultrasound community, November 11–13 in McLean, Virginia, for the Foundation's 20th Anniversary Celebration. The full program for Celebrating Focused Ultrasound: The Future is Now is live: www.celebration.fusfoundation.org/p…
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
The Foundation is pleased to designate Seoul National University Hospital as a Focused Ultrasound Center of Excellence (COE). The COE program recognizes premier institutions that are leading the field in research, development, and clinical adoption of focused ultrasound. bit.ly/4pK4FGE
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Meet Leonardo and Cesare, twins treated in utero with focused ultrasound for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS). After participating in a groundbreaking clinical trial, they're now healthy, thriving three-year-olds. Read their inspiring story: ow.ly/1T8f50ZspLb
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Poster Abstracts Due July 27 The Foundation is accepting abstract submissions for our November 2026 Celebration of Focused Ultrasound event. We encourage participation from researchers at all career stages, with topics spanning the field of focused ultrasound. Submit today: ow.ly/sUgL50ZrUQE
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Our latest Focus Feature explores the growing role of focused ultrasound in pancreatic cancer. Learn how this noninvasive technology is being investigated to ablate tumors, improve drug delivery, & address some of the greatest challenges associated with this deadly cancer. ow.ly/XyCi50ZrqWe
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Deadline Approaching: The Foundation is accepting abstract submissions for our Nov 2026 Celebration of Focused Ultrasound event. We encourage participation from researchers at all career stages, with topics spanning the field of focused ultrasound. Deadline is July 27: ow.ly/iTu050ZjM09
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Join us Nov 11–13 for 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐰 This event will feature more than 30 expert-led sessions, a welcome reception, a poster showcase, and more. Together, we'll celebrate how far the field has come & help shape what's next. Register: ow.ly/T2b850ZjGMv
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Join IFUS today! The International Focused Ultrasound Society is a new organization for advancing the clinical practice and global adoption of focused ultrasound. Sign up today and join experts worldwide to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and accelerate progress: www.ifus.org
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
An avid runner and cyclist, Peter never expected a prostate cancer diagnosis. Peter learned about focused ultrasound, and his physician determined he was a candidate. The outpatient procedure and recovery helped him return to the active lifestyle he loves within months. ow.ly/FtXa50ZgjSg
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
The Foundation recently hosted a webinar exploring the origins, challenges, and promise of focused ultrasound. Experts discussed successes, setbacks, discoveries, and clinical needs that helped shape focused ultrasound into the transformative technology it is today. ow.ly/JqlA50ZfXUg
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Results from a clinical trial evaluating focused ultrasound as a salvage treatment for localized prostate cancer recurrence after radiotherapy were recently published. More than 500 patients were treated, and findings showed durable cancer control 30 months after treatment. ow.ly/fGhl50ZfeY2
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
In this episode of the podcast, Vibhor Krishna, MD, Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of North Carolina, discusses the latest advances in focused ultrasound for neurological disorders. Listen and subscribe: ow.ly/qJIM50ZfSFN
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬, 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐛𝐨𝐱 Subscribe to our Focused Ultrasound News Digest for curated media coverage on focused ultrasound patient, research, and industry updates delivered to your inbox several times a week. Sign up today: ow.ly/SQTN50Zf0Iz
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
The Foundation is now accepting abstract submissions for our November 2026 Celebration of Focused Ultrasound event. We encourage participation from researchers at all career stages, with topics spanning the field of focused ultrasound. Submission deadline is July 27: ow.ly/uaXi50Zbjhb
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
IFUS is dedicated to advancing the clinical practice and accelerating global adoption of focused ultrasound. Become a member and join a growing community working to influence healthcare policy, expand patient access, and help realize the full potential of this technology: www.ifus.org
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
For Mental Health Awareness Month, we spotlight how focused ultrasound technology can transform the quality of life for patients with mental health conditions. The technology is in clinical trials to treat PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and many other conditions. Learn more: www.fusfoundation.org
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
The Foundation is pleased to announce an exciting lineup of speakers for our upcoming Celebration of Focused Ultrasound event! More than 70 speakers will participate in 28 sessions during the Nov 11–13 event. Explore the list and register today: ow.ly/T5sP50Z4G0I
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Register Today: Webinar on the Origins, Challenges, and Clinical Promise of Focused Ultrasound Join us Tues, June 9, at 11 am ET, for a fascinating look at the history and evolution of focused ultrasound therapy. Register for this virtual event: bit.ly/4tOCerI
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
In this month’s blog, Laura Lubbers, PhD, chief scientific officer at CURE Epilepsy, explores the growing potential of focused ultrasound as a noninvasive approach for epilepsy treatment and what it could mean for the millions of people living with the condition. ow.ly/Fymk50Z2QS2
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Register for the next ISTU webinar, "Single-Pulse MHz-Range Focused Ultrasound Neurostimulation,” featuring W. Apoutou N’Djin, PhD, a research associate at LabTAU. This free event will be held live on May 28th and 29th at various local times. For more information: ow.ly/KjG650Z0meo
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
The Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a new global organization, the International Focused Ultrasound Society (IFUS), to bring focused ultrasound into mainstream medicine. Learn more about IFUS and how to become a member: ow.ly/B9OY50Z2bm5
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Register Today: Triumph Over Tremors Charity Pickleball Tournament — Los Angeles | May 16 This series is co-hosted by the Be Still Foundation. Proceeds will directly support education, access, and treatment options for those living with movement disorders. Learn more: ow.ly/T87B50YWECU
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
The Foundation has partnered with CURE Epilepsy to co-fund a research grant exploring how focused ultrasound may pave the way for better control of debilitating seizures in children. ow.ly/NIUI50YS08A
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
A recently published review for neuroradiologists explores the use of low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) for treating brain tumors. The paper outlines mechanisms of LIFU, including blood-brain barrier opening and sonodynamic therapy, as well as the imaging strategies. ow.ly/Ezal50YOEqp
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
The Foundation recently hosted a virtual roundtable on the potential of focused ultrasound to enhance cellular therapies for brain tumor treatment. The outcomes from that meeting were recently published in Neuro-Oncology Advances. Learn more and access the paper: ow.ly/cnSH50YOCCq
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Register for the next ISTU webinar, "Rising Scientists in Therapeutic Ultrasound,” featuring topics related to "Technical Advances". The webinar will be held live at various local times between April 30th and May 1st. Register: istu.org/istu-live-webinar-series
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Researchers at Oxford are using transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS)—a noninvasive technique using focused ultrasound neuromodulation to safely stimulate the brain—to study a region called the amygdala, which plays a key role in emotions and mood. Learn more: ow.ly/XzuP50YL01h
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Just Released: The Foundation’s 2025 Year in Review! Last year, the field of focused ultrasound expanded its global impact. Our 2025 Year in Review includes inspiring patient stories, clinical trial updates, new regulatory authorizations, advocacy initiatives, and more. ow.ly/MEYu50YGJhY
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Focused Ultrasound in the News! This morning, Rebecca King Crews, wife of actor Terry Crews, revealed her Parkinson’s diagnosis and how focused ultrasound has improved her symptoms. Read the full article in People: bit.ly/47GxA74 Watch the TODAY show segment: on.today.com/4vdEhax
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Curious about the Focused Ultrasound Foundation-Industry Summer Internships? Join us on Fri, April 10, at 12 pm ET, for an informational webinar to learn more about the program from Foundation representatives, former summer interns, and industry partners. Register: bit.ly/4bXvNM0
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
The Foundation is now accepting abstract submissions for our Nov 2026 Celebration of Focused Ultrasound event. We encourage participation from researchers at all career stages, with topics spanning the field of focused ultrasound. Submission deadline is July 27: ow.ly/CzuE50YBV97
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Reginald lived with chronic low back pain for decades. In late 2025, he underwent a first-of-its-kind focused ultrasound procedure. After a single, noninvasive treatment, Reginald experienced immediate improvement. Learn more: ow.ly/i7F150YBmc8
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Focused ultrasound has been a popular topic across top ultrasound and medtech podcasts of late. Researchers and industry leaders are discussing this noninvasive technology’s ability to transform healthcare and bring new hope to patients worldwide. Explore more: ow.ly/qZ5A50YzU7e
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Meet Bin He, PhD, a professor of biomedical engineering, neuroscience, and electrical and computer engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. His lab is investigating the neuromodulatory effects of transcranial focused ultrasound and developing a brain-computer interface. ow.ly/sx7g50Yyh7J
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
In partnership with CURE Epilepsy, the Foundation recently hosted a first-of-its-kind workshop on the role of focused ultrasound in treating epilepsy. A white paper summarizing key workshop insights and next steps is now available. Learn more and access the white paper: ow.ly/x26250Yyiwk
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Focused Ultrasound Foundation @fusfoundation.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
The first commercial focused ultrasound treatment for chronic low back pain in the US has been performed using FUSMobile’s Neurolyser XR system. This first-of-its-kind noninvasive technology precisely targets and ablates sensory nerves associated with spinal facet joints. ow.ly/X14450Yy6O5
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