BURL Concepts is a San Diego-based startup, pioneering the development of SONAS®, an innovative non-CT/MRI stroke screening tool. The company's focus is on creating a portable ultrasound device for real-time stroke detection, particularly for use in the field. With a mission to make affordable and mobile pre-hospital stroke detection accessible to millions of people at risk globally, Burl Concepts combines natural sciences with engineering. They collaborate with academic institutions and industry partners to address current global healthcare challenges.
Led by Thilo Hoelscher, a neurologist and former professor at UC San Diego, Burl Concepts was established in 2013 and is built on the foundation of the UCSD Brain Ultrasound Research Laboratory. The company's flagship product, the SONAS portable, battery-powered ultrasound device, provides a non-invasive method for transcranial diagnosis of major strokes.
In August 30, 2023, the company secured a significant $1.15M Venture Round investment, demonstrating investor confidence in their innovative approach to addressing critical healthcare needs.
