Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University · EngineeringVlaisavljevich Lab
Eli Vlaisavljevich · Blacksburg, Virginia
Research Focus
The lab of Dr. Eli Vlaisavljevich focuses on developing innovative ultrasound technology for the treatment of osteosarcoma, a type of malignant bone tumor. Their research aims to create a non-invasive histotripsy device that can precisely target and eliminate tumors while preserving healthy tissue. This is particularly important for improving treatment outcomes for both pediatric and adult patients.
osteosarcomahistotripsyultrasoundtumor ablationimage-guided therapynon-invasive treatmentrobotic systemscancer researchclinical translationanimal models
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop an integrated histotripsy system with advanced imaging capabilities.
AIM 02Create optimized treatment protocols for heterogeneous osteosarcoma ablation.
AIM 03Evaluate the safety and efficacy of the histotripsy system in canine models.
Skills the Lab Values
ultrasound imaginghistotripsyrobotics3D imaginganimal model studiestumor treatment methodologiesdata analysisexperimental designclinical research techniquesdevice fabrication
Output against the department
Publications171bottom 43% of dept.158th of 278
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Citations3.8kbottom 29% of dept.198th of 278
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