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- As the founder of Insightec, Kobi Vortman, PhD, has dedicated more than 25 years to the development and commercialization of focused ultrasound technology.
- In a full circle moment, he underwent the procedure last year to help alleviate his own Parkinson’s disease symptoms.
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- The trial will explore if focused ultrasound can safely and effectively modulate brain activity to reduce pain perception without surgery or drugs.
- The first few participants have been treated, but the trial is enrolling by invitation only.
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- Mr. Lowenthal is a retired educator, entrepreneur, and executive with a career spanning international service and business leadership.
- The Council is a dedicated group of ambassadors who provide advice and assist with raising funds and building awareness.
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- In this episode, Shiro Horisawa, MD, discusses focused ultrasound technology for treating dystonia and other movement disorders.
- He shares encouraging results from his recent clinical trial.
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- Dr. Chen's laboratory at Washington University in St. Louis now has 18 team members.
- Learn about her current projects, her biggest achievement, and what's next.
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- All participants have been enrolled in HistoSonics’ #HOPE4KIDNEY trial and will now be followed for up to five years
- The trial is evaluating the safety and effectiveness of using histotripsy to treat primary solid kidney tumors.
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- A program designed to fast-track the development of new therapies for brain tumors is offering industry and academic groups expert guidance and networking opportunities.
- BTR-NTA is led by Brain Tumour Research and the Tessa Jowell Brain Cancer Mission, and applications are due July 11.
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“The Foundation helps amplify our work by connecting us with key people and the broader field. Without it, I don’t think the field would be growing nearly as fast or making the impact it does today. For me, the Foundation represents a constant source of inspiration and shared mission.”
‒ Hong Chen, PhD |
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