Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Research

The Legon Lab at Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC is recruiting volunteers for a variety of research studies. If eligible, participants will take part in a multi-session studies involving magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, a computed tomography (CT) scan, low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU), and questionnaires.

What is LIFU?

Low-intensity Focused Ultrasound is a non-invasive method to change brain activity using ultrasound. It can be used to target very small structures in the brain, allowing scientists to study specific brain regions with accuracy.

Eligibility

Eligibility varies between studies but generally you must be:

• Healthy adult aged 18-65
• Availability to participate in Roanoke for a multi-session study
• Meets all MRI and CT safety qualifications
• Not pregnant
• No known neurologic disorder, history of neurologic disorder, or history of drug dependence

Compensation

All studies compensate participants for their time. Compensation varies between studies.