Focused ultrasound for healthy adults
Researchers are testing a new technology called transcranial focused ultrasound (tFUS) that uses sound waves to safely target brain areas. This study helps understand how tFUS affects the brain and may lead to new treatments for brain disorders.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 55 years old.
- You are generally healthy with no history of mental or physical illness.
- You have no metal in your body and no implanted medical devices.
- You are not taking any psychiatric medications.
- You have no personal or family history of seizures or neurological conditions.
- You can lie still in an MRI scanner and do not feel claustrophobic.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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