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Low-tech, minimally invasive localized brain drug delivery system

Summary

Elisa Konofagou, Ph.D.

Technology Benefits

Utilizes intermediate frequencies to minimize damage to non-target regions and ultrasound aberrationsMRI-independent targeting and verificationMore compact than conventional technology allowing portability and increasing patient base to non-specialized clinical settings (e.g., outpatient clinics; community hospitals).Utilizes a single transducer setup, reducing the cost and targeting uncertaintyPatent information:Patent Pending (WO/2011/153268Tech Ventures Reference: IR CU14052

Technology Application

Safe and reliable method to open the BBB in specific, shallow, or deep-seated brain regionsSpatially specific neuroscience research in a laboratory settingMay be adapted to improve accessibility and spatial resolution of ultrasound-hemostasis, -lithotripsy, and -assisted thrombolysis.May be adapted for non-invasive research of structures

Detailed Technology Description

Elisa Konofagou, Ph.D.

Country/Region

USA

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