Award
National Institute on Aging 5R01AG073480-05
Modulation of Hippocampal Circuitry and Memory Function with Focused Ultrasound in Amnestic MCI
Recipient
University of California Los Angeles
Award Amount
$611,356.00
Ceiling
$611,356.00
Awarded
August 07, 2025
Identifier
5R01AG073480-05
The award supports research on using low intensity focused ultrasound pulsation to target deep brain structures affected in mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease to improve memory function non-invasively.
Description
This project investigates the use of focused ultrasound to improve memory in patients with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease, aiming to develop a non-invasive memory prosthetic.