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Revolutionary Ultrasound Helmet Promises Precision Brain Stimulation

9/8/2025

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Researchers from University College London and the University of Oxford created a non-invasive ultrasound helmet for targeted brain stimulation.
The device employs transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) to improve nerve cell communication, potentially transforming treatments for disorders like Parkinson's disease.
It focuses on areas 1,000 times smaller than traditional devices, increasing treatment precision.
Initial tests on seven volunteers indicated heightened brain activity in the visual processing area.
NeuroHarmonics plans to develop a portable version for clinical applications, pending further research on its effects.

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Researchers from University College London and the University of Oxford created a non-invasive ultrasound helmet for targeted brain stimulation.
The device employs transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) to improve nerve cell communication, potentially transforming treatments for disorders like Parkinson's disease.
It focuses on areas 1,000 times smaller than traditional devices, increasing treatment precision.
Initial tests on seven volunteers indicated heightened brain activity in the visual processing area.
NeuroHarmonics plans to develop a portable version for clinical applications, pending further research on its effects.