The 24th Annual Meeting of Infantile Seizure Society (ISS 2025)

The 24th Annual Meeting of Infantile Seizure Society (ISS 2025) In Conjunction with the 33rd Malaysian Society of Neurosciences (MSN) Annual Scientific Meeting, the 13th Malaysian Paediatric Neurology Update Meeting, and the 7th BRaINs | BNC Research and Innovations in Neuroscience Meeting is organized by Infantile Seizure Society (ISS), Malaysian Society of Neurosciences (MSN), Medical Conference Partners (MCP) and will be held from Jul 17 - 19, 2025 at Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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This year’s theme, "Infantile Spasms and Beyond", resonates deeply with the challenges and breakthroughs we face as clinicians, researchers, and healthcare providers. Infantile spasms, remain a complex and life-altering condition. It affects the most vulnerable segment of our population—our infants, is associated with multiple comorbidities and has long lasting consequences. We know that early diagnosis and intervention can significantly alter the trajectory of a child’s development. Therefore, our collective efforts today, throughout this meeting, are vital in pushing the boundaries of knowledge, improving treatment protocols, and ultimately transforming patient outcomes.

To our international guests from the Infantile Seizure Society, it is a pleasure to have you here in Malaysia. Your expertise and contributions have long shaped the field of infantile spasms and epilepsy in general, and your presence here enriches the dialogue, collaboration, and shared purpose that we are building. To our colleagues within MSN, I extend my deepest gratitude for your dedication and for continuously raising the bar in advancing neuroscience in Malaysia.

Over the next few days, we will be treated to an outstanding array of lectures, workshops, and discussions. We would like to thank our esteemed speakers, many of whom are leaders in their respective fields, for sharing their expertise and insights with us. We are confident that their presentations will spark meaningful conversations and open doors to new collaborations.

In conclusion, we encourage all of you to take full advantage of this opportunity to connect with your peers, exchange ideas, and explore new research possibilities.

It’s always been our vision to serve everyone the opportunity to delve into the latest research, explore innovative clinical practices, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that will undoubtedly enrich our understanding and practice of neuroscience.

Our program this year is designed to foster collaboration, encourage the exchange of ideas, and inspire us all to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field of neurology.

This is in line with infantile Seizure Society establishment with the aim to promote, on an international level, research into and treatment of seizure disorders and related illnesses in newborns, infants and young children, to contribute to the progress in this field and to facilitate mutual friendship and for sharing of information among members of the Society and throughout the world.

Our program features the National Brain Bee Challenge, an opportunity for young participants to showcase their neuroscience knowledge with the possibility of representing Malaysia internationally. This initiative highlights our dedication to cultivating future neuroscientists and inspiring curiosity in the field.

The scientific sessions address diverse topics, such as Computational Neuroscience and Neuroinformatics, which explores the groundbreaking impact of data-driven methods on brain research. A one and only forum, The Dark Side of Discovery: Risks and Benefits of New Psychoactive Substances (NPS), addresses the opportunities and pitfalls of emerging substances. Other sessions focus on Neurodegeneration and Neuroprotection, which presents a cutting-edge strategies for treating neurological disorders, while Neuroeducation brings together neuroscience, psychology, and education to enhance our understanding of the learning process.

Additionally, themes such as Neurotheology, which explores the connections between brain science, religion, and spirituality, and Developmental Neuroscience, which focusses on how the brain evolves throughout life. Translational Neuroscience emphasizes the critical role of translating research findings to clinical practice, ensuring tangible benefits from our work.

I strongly encourage you to participate actively, share ideas, and network among peers to maximize time at this conference. Together, we can advance the frontiers of neuroscience by bridging gaps between fundamental research and clinical application to improve our quality of lives.