August 8, 2025 – Transformational Milestone Reached and more news...

Published: August 8, 2025

August 8, 2025

Transformational Milestone Reached in Evolution of Focused Ultrasound: HistoSonics Acquired for $2.25 Billion

A group of private and public investors has acquired HistoSonics, valuing the company at $2.25 billion.
HistoSonics’ Edison® Histotripsy System has been used to treat more than 2,000 patients at over 50 active centers worldwide.

Alzheimer’s Disease: Focused Ultrasound Neuromodulation Clinical Trial Completed in Korea

Results from an Alzheimer's clinical trial testing low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) neuromodulation have now been published.
Repeated LIFU to the prefrontal cortex enhanced neural connectivity and improved memory.

Focal Hand Dystonia: First Patient Treated in New Focused Ultrasound Clinical Trial

A team at the University of Maryland is investigating the safety and feasibility of treating task-specific focal dystonia (TSFD).
TSFD causes involuntarily hand movements or cramping while writing, typing, or playing instruments or sports.

Podcast: Expanding Global Access to Focused Ultrasound

Professor Rosie Xing from Chongqing Haifu shares how the company has revolutionized treatment for patients at 400 medical centers across 33 countries.
Chongqing Haifu devices can treat uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, and cancers of the liver, breast, pancreas, kidneys, and bones.

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State of the Field Report: Foundation Debuts New Interactive Platform

The platform features in-depth data on the field of focused ultrasound, and it will be updated regularly throughout the year.
Users can now drill down into the online data and explore by interest area, including indications, sites, approvals, coverage, manufacturers, and more.

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ALS Research Funding Available for Young Scientists

The ALS Association, the American Brain Foundation, and the American Academy of Neurology support two awards each year to encourage early-career scientists to conduct ALS clinical studies.
Applications are due by September 9.

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June 2025 Meeting Roundup

Four recent conferences featured focused ultrasound presentations.
See content from meetings that took place in the US, China, and Canada.

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“By harnessing sound waves to heal without blades, we are redefining treatment paradigms. Its potential to address unmet needs in medicine and oncology and beyond is limitless.”

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