Serial production of a robotic complex for the treatment of brain tumors with ultrasound will begin in Russia

In Russia, serial production of a robotic complex designed to treat brain tumors using an ultrasonic “scalpel” will be launched. Vsevolod Belousov, director of the Federal Center for Brain and Neurotechnology of the FMBA of Russia, corresponding member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, reported this at the forum “Science of the Future - Science of the Young,” Izvestia writes.

According to the specialist, the new technology makes it possible to do without incisions and opening the skull, since it is based on the impact of focused ultrasound on the necessary areas.

“Due to ultrasonic navigation, the device has high accuracy, which will allow it to be used in any neurosurgical operating room,” the scientist shared.

In addition, Belousov spoke about other advanced methods for treating brain pathologies that are being developed in Russia. In particular, researchers have learned to use thermoreceptors—structures responsible for the sensation of cold and heat—to activate neurons. Such approaches will help fight focal forms of epilepsy.

Another promising direction is the development of methods for bioprinting brain tissue with a given architecture. They will allow replacement of areas lost as a result of injury or stroke.