Welcome to the International League Against Epilepsy
The world's preeminent association of health care professionals and scientists working toward a world where no person's life is limited by epilepsy
16th European Epilepsy Congress
Join more than 3,500 epilepsy professionals from around the world this September in Athens for the 16th European Epilepsy Congress (EEC 2026). Set against the backdrop of one of Europe’s most historic and vibrant cities, the congress will showcase the latest innovations, research, and advances in epilepsy care.
As a sponsor or exhibitor, your organization will have the opportunity to connect with an international audience of clinicians, researchers, and healthcare leaders while increasing visibility and supporting the future of epilepsy care and education. EEC 2026 has been determined compliant with the MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice and the EFPIA Code of Practice.
The interactive planner is now live, featuring nearly 100 sessions and courses across five days of scientific exchange, learning, and networking. Secure your sponsorship opportunity today by emailing industry@ilae.org
Latest News
About ILAE
ILAE International Survey on Anesthetic Use in Status Epilepticus in Adults
Status epilepticus (SE) is a life-threatening neurological emergency with significant variability in clinical management and national guidelines. The use of anesthetics in adult (≥16 years old) refractory SE varies considerably across centers worldwide, both in terms of timing, duration, and drug…
27 May, 2026
About ILAE
ILAE Secretary General awarded Frank Ford Award
ILAE Secretary General Jo Wilmshurst is the 2026 recipient of the Frank Ford Award. To honour Dr. Frank R. Ford’s lifetime dedication to neurology, the International Child Neurology Association (ICNA) has presented the Frank Ford Award since 1982. The award recognises senior investigators for…
27 May, 2026
World News
ILAE Statements at World Health Assembly
ILAE’s President, Prof. Alla Guekht, is attending the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, Switzerland....
19 May, 2026
About ILAE
Epileptic Disorders Internship Program: Leadership call
Epileptic Disorders™, the educational journal of the ILAE, is seeking an Internship Program Leader and Assistant Leader to assist with the Epileptic Disorders™ Internship Program starting 1 July 2026. Proficiency in English is required. Responsibilities will include guiding the overall direction…
5 May, 2026
Our Publications
The International League Against Epilepsy disseminates the latest original research findings and breakthroughs in the cure for epilepsy and related seizure disorders through its official peer-reviewed publications.
Epilepsia®
High incidence of Y-chromosome mosaicism in male and female individuals with mild malformation of cortical development with oligodendroglial hyperplasia in epilepsy
Erica Cecchini, Till Hartlieb, Ahmed Gaballa, Katja Kobow, Mitali Katoch, Paraskevi Chasani, Georgia Vasileiou, Wiebke Hofer, Lea M. Reisch, Manfred Kudernatsch, Christian G. Bien, Roland Coras, Ingmar Blümcke, Lucas Hoffmann
Epilepsia Open®
On-site exposure to clinical epilepsy practice for experimental scientists engaged in epilepsy research: A pilot study by the ILAE commission on neurobiology
de Curtis M, Battaglia G, Aguado-Carrillo G, Aronica E, Asukile M, Balestrini S, et al.
Epileptic Disorders®
Contraceptive management in people with epilepsy: A narrative review of drug interactions, special populations, and clinical guidance
Abrar O. Al-Faraj, Nicole Woodrich, Laura Kirkpatrick, Rachel Cannon, Trudy D. Pang
Upcoming Events
Congress
Cápsula virtual sobre Convulsiones febriles para América Latina 2026
Online
27 July - 2 August 2026
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