Advancing Neurosonology: Integrating Ultrasound Applications and Artificial Intelligence in Neurology

Neurosonology represents a cutting-edge interface of ultrasound technology applied to neurology, witnessing remarkable growth over the past decade. Technological enhancements in ultrasound coupled with the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have redefined diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, pushing the boundaries of how neurological disorders are detected and managed. The combined prowess of AI and advanced ultrasound has opened unprecedented windows into brain health, facilitating earlier and more precise identification and treatment of neurological issues. Despite its progress, the potential for neurosonology remains vastly untapped, with ongoing challenges in fully integrating these technologies into routine clinical practice. This gap underscores a vital need for continuous research and discussion in this area to harness its full capabilities.

Goal
This Research Topic aims to collate and synthesize cutting-edge research and innovative insights in neurosonology. By focusing on the latest advancements and their utilization in both clinical and research contexts, this collection seeks to demonstrate the profound influence of advanced ultrasound and AI on neurological diagnostics and treatment. It encourages a holistic exploration of how contemporary technological solutions can enhance diagnostic and therapeutic accuracy and significantly affect the management strategies of neurological diseases, providing a comprehensive resource that could shape future directions in the field.

Scope and information for authors
To explore advancements in neurosonology, we welcome the submission of various types of manuscripts supported by the journal (including Brief Research Reports, Perspectives, Protocols, Mini-Review, Original Research, etc.), providing detailed insights into how these technologies enhance diagnostic capabilities, improve patient outcomes, and shape neurological care's future. Themes can explore, but not be limited, to the following:
- High-Frequency Transcranial Ultrasound for deeper brain structure visualization, nerve conduction studies, and neuromodulation applications in neurodegenerative diseases.
- Transcranial Color-coded and Doppler Ultrasound for improved cerebral intra- and extra-cranial blood flow assessment, stroke management, and intracranial pressure evaluation.
- Neurosonology in critical neurological care.
- Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound applications (CEUS) in enhancing visualization of parenchymal lesions, vascular abnormalities, brain perfusion, and cerebrospinal fluid circulation.
- Ultrasound elastography.
- Non-invasive brain stimulation with focused ultrasound (FUS) and blood-brain barrier manipulation techniques with transcranial focused ultrasound (tFUS).
- Real-time ultrasound guidance in Neurosurgery.
- Ultrasound applications in neurorehabilitation, using therapeutic ultrasounds and neurofeedback with ultrasounds.
- Ultrasound-based neural interfaces.
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in ultrasound image analysis to boost diagnostic accuracy and individualized treatment.
- Wearable Ultrasound Devices for ongoing brain health monitoring and early intervention, making neurosonology more accessible.
- Advanced Software for Microembolic Signal Analysis to augment detection and reduce human error in stroke risk assessments.

This broad spectrum of topics not only delineates the scope of contributions expected but also highlights the interdisciplinary nature of research encouraged under this topic.

Articles accepted after peer review will be published and appear online as soon as approved for publication.

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Dr. Rossana Tassi has served as a consultant for Boehringer Ingelheim and Astrazeneca. The other Topic Editors report no competing interests related to this Research Topic.

Article types and fees

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Clinical Trial
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• FAIR² DATA Direct Submission
• General Commentary
• Hypothesis and Theory
• Methods
• Mini Review
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Article types

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Clinical Trial
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• FAIR² DATA Direct Submission
• General Commentary
• Hypothesis and Theory
• Methods
• Mini Review
• Opinion
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Policy and Practice Reviews
• Review
• Study Protocol
• Systematic Review

Keywords: neurosonology, artificial intelligence, advanced ultrasound, transcranial ultrasound, neurological diagnostics, stroke, neurological diseases, contrast-enhanced ultrasound, ultrasound elastography, neurorehabilitation, neuromodulation

Important note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.