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Innovation to Impact - AI and Focused Ultrasound: Part 1

Written by Rick Hamilton and Isha Bhatia
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The integration of AI/ML techniques into the field of focused ultrasound is advancing rapidly, with the universal goal of enhancing treatment efficacy in the clinic. A review of numerous studies combining AI/ML with focused ultrasound reveals that these techniques are particularly valuable in several areas, including ultrasound image denoising, patient selection and treatment planning, treatment monitoring and image analysis, and treatment assessment and outcome prediction. This blog provides overviews of each area and related links for those who would like to learn more. 
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US Federal Funding for Small Businesses: About the SBIR and STTR Programs

Written by Jessica Foley, PhD
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The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are US government programs that provide critical funding to expedite research and development (R&D). Between 1985 and 2022, these programs provided more than $40 million dollars for small businesses seeking funding to develop innovations in focused ultrasound technology.  
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Jessica Foley, PhD

From Preprint to Patient Care: Accelerating Focused Ultrasound Treatments with the FocUS Archive

Written by Tanner Riley
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In 2017, the Focused Ultrasound Foundation launched the FocUS Archive, a preprint server dedicated to increasing transparency in focused ultrasound research. This initiative marks a significant stride toward achieving open science. Preprint servers provide a platform for the immediate sharing of findings, foster collaboration, and facilitate more rapid advancement of therapeutic technologies. In this blog, we delve into the specifics of the FocUS Archive and share its impact on the focused ultrasound community.
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