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New tool activates deep brain neurons by combining ultrasound, genetics

June 2, 2021

A team has developed a new brain stimulation technique using focused ultrasound that is able to turn specific types of neurons in the brain on and off and precisely control motor activity without surgical device implantation. Read more form Washington University in St. Louis.