Physics and biomechanisms - TUS

This lecture covers the basic neurophysiology and biomechanisms of TUS. Some basic neurophysiological processes, including action potentials and plasticity, are summarised as a basis for discussing the potential mechanisms through which TUS interacts with these neurophysiological processes. The goal of this lecture is to introduce the audience to the ways in which the biophysical interactions between ultrasound and neurophysiology can lead to neuromodulation.

At the end of this lecture, students will be able to explain some of the mechanisms through which ultrasound can interact with neurons and glial cells, and lead to neuromodulatory and neuroplastic effects.