Our research aims to understand how ultrasound applied outside of the brain can modulate neuronal activity and potentially influence both pathology and physiology. By understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved, we hope to translate these results into the development of novel uses of ultrasound to treat a wide variety of neurologic conditions in humans with exquisite precision but without the need for invasive surgery or device implantation. Diseases we are interested in include epilepsy, movement disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, obesity, and memory impairment.