FUSMobile’s Neurolyser XR system has been granted De Novo clearance by the FDA for the treatment of chronic low back pain. The first-of-its-kind device uses focused ultrasound to ablate sensory nerves in the spinal facet joints. Learn more: https://ow.ly/eYnm50XSFmQ

The Foundation and the Society of Interventional Oncology recently presented a webinar on minimally invasive approaches for treating pancreatic cancer. Expert physicians shared insights on several treatment modalities, including focused ultrasound. Recording now available: https://ow.ly/4Hhg50XS4pc

Recently published clinical trial results report, for the first time, a possible survival benefit among newly diagnosed glioblastoma patients treated with focused ultrasound + temozolomide (or TMZ, a chemotherapy drug). https://ow.ly/ZHCY50XRUfr

In our latest episode, we sit down with Pascale Broks, Development Director for Europe, to discuss the launch of the European Union Focused Ultrasound Foundation. Learn how the organization is advancing patient-centered access to focused ultrasound across the EU. https://ow.ly/HJGk50XRb15

Painful flares from osteoid osteoma disrupted Jack’s active life and kept him from the sports he loved. As the first pediatric patient in North America to receive focused ultrasound treatment, Jack experienced remarkable relief. Learn more: https://www.fusfoundation.org/profiles/jacks-story/

For the first time in pediatric patients with diffuse midline glioma, focused ultrasound was found to safely open the blood–brain barrier without sedation. Results showed strong feasibility & tolerability, with clinical improvement observed in two of three participants. https://ow.ly/aMwf50XQ9Wx

The Foundation is pleased to welcome Gerry Brunk to our Council. Mr. Brunk is the co-founder and managing director of Lumira Ventures, where he has led investments in over 30 biotechnology and medical device companies. https://ow.ly/z9XM50XMFp0

Cardiawave has been granted CE Marking for Valvosoft®, a first-of-its-kind noninvasive focused ultrasound device for the treatment of severe symptomatic aortic valve stenosis. The device uses focused ultrasound to soften calcified valve leaflets and improve function. https://ow.ly/iQEQ50XNbZI

We sat down with Pascale Broks, the Foundation’s Development Director for Europe and founder of the European Union Focused Ultrasound Foundation (EUFUSF). Tune in to hear how EUFUSF is building awareness, engaging partners, and driving access to this technology: https://ow.ly/fuWc50XMAo8

Making a gift to the Foundation helps accelerate the research needed to pursue new indications, advance clinical translation so treatments reach patients more quickly, and expand global access to this groundbreaking technology. Make a gift today: https://www.fusfoundation.org/donate

Alec Batts, PhD, has been awarded the 2025 Andrew J. Lockhart Postdoctoral Fellowship in Focused Ultrasound and Immuno-Oncology. Dr. Batts' research will focus on combining gene and cell therapies with focused ultrasound devices to transform cancer treatment. Read more: https://ow.ly/joy050XMxLj

The Foundation is pleased to designate Washington University in St. Louis as a Focused Ultrasound Center of Excellence, welcoming the institution into a global community committed to advancing focused ultrasound technology for the benefit of patients. Learn more: https://ow.ly/IPM950XMrmK

NASA engineer Victor Murray approached his prostate cancer diagnosis like any challenge: find the best solution. Focused ultrasound was that solution — a 90-minute, same-day treatment. Now he’s advocating for greater awareness and access. Read his story: https://ow.ly/arUA50XHzzA

Meet Xiaoye Hu, MD, a physician at the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine. For over two decades, Dr. Hu has been at the forefront of focused ultrasound treatment in China, having completed more than 7,000 procedures. Read more: https://ow.ly/wYJX50XHybB

Over the past year, our team has welcomed talented new colleagues across our research & education, development, communications, and administrative programs. Their expertise strengthens our ability to advance focused ultrasound and expand its impact for patients worldwide. https://ow.ly/jGKk50XIBMc

Hunter and Princess, were both treated in focused ultrasound clinical trials for osteosarcoma, an aggressive bone cancer common in large-breed dogs. Read their story: https://ow.ly/skkh50XKQim

In this episode, we speak with Pascale Broks, the Foundation’s Development Director for Europe. In 2024, she launched the European Union Focused Ultrasound Foundation, with a mission to expand the reach and impact of focused ultrasound across Europe. https://ow.ly/aFFO50XKjVm

This past summer, the Foundation sponsored 26 global interns at 16 institutions across five countries. Our Global Internship Program provides high school & undergraduate students an opportunity to participate in focused ultrasound research under the guidance of a mentor. https://ow.ly/UM1i50XH6nv

For years, essential tremor limited Tom's ability to perform everyday activities and enjoy the hobbies he loved. After receiving bilateral (both sides) noninvasive focused ultrasound treatment, Tom is grateful to have two steady hands once again. https://www.fusfoundation.org/profiles/toms-story/

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) have helped advance life-changing treatments, contributing more than $40M to focused ultrasound. However, as of Sept 2025, SBIR/STTR has expired and new awards are paused. Learn more: https://bit.ly/44XgBvA

We are pleased to designate Turku University Hospital in Finland as a Center of Excellence (COE). The COE program recognizes and supports institutions that are at the forefront of the focused ultrasound field in research, development, and clinical adoption. Learn more: https://ow.ly/ICFG50XGWgr

Our latest podcast episode features Graeme Woodworth, MD, Chair of Neurosurgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, whose work with focused ultrasound is advancing new possibilities in brain tumor treatment. Listen and subscribe: https://ow.ly/YxmF50XGmqC

Foundation founder and chairman Neal F. Kassell, MD, was recently featured on the News Items podcast with John Ellis. Dr. Kassell also shares personal stories from his career and reflects on how the Foundation got its start nearly 20 years ago. Listen to the episode: https://ow.ly/uHwc50XFMGE

Last month, the Foundation and SIO presented a webinar on minimally invasive approaches for treating pancreatic cancer. Experts shared insights on several techniques, including focused ultrasound, and discussed strategies for clinical trial recruiting. https://ow.ly/KFvT50XC3ol

Register for the last ISTU webinar of 2025! The free event, "Rising Scientists in Therapeutic Ultrasound,” provides postdocs and early-career scientists with a platform to share their work. The webinar will be held on Dec 11/12 at various times. Register: https://istu.org/istu-live-webinar-series/

In this episode, we speak with Graeme Woodworth, MD, Chair of Neurosurgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, whose work with focused ultrasound is advancing new approaches in brain tumor treatment. https://ow.ly/Ivei50XAVXI

The Foundation recently shared new investment and fundraising news from five focused ultrasound companies. These updates from Histosonics, EDAP, Sonomind, SecondWave Systems, and Petal Surgical highlight the growing momentum behind this revolutionary technology. Learn more https://ow.ly/nnvI50XxaB6

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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