2025 CNS Pellock Resident Seminar on Epilepsy
The John M. “Jack” Pellock Resident Seminar on Epilepsy will be held on Tuesday, October 7th, and Wednesday, October 8th, in conjunction with the 54th Child Neurology Society Annual Meeting in Charlotte, NC (October 8-11, 2025).
The Pellock Seminar is designed to include residents from as many child neurology residency programs as possible. A limited number of residents are selected to participate each year—65 through scholarship support, and 15 through self-funded participation (i.e. non-scholarship residents).
Eligible applicants are residents who are CNS Junior members in their final year of a child neurology (PGY5), or neurodevelopmental disorders (PGY6) training program. These residents will receive an email with more information on how to apply.
Residents will participate in a mixed curriculum of didactic lectures presented by outstanding faculty and breakout small group case study discussion sessions led by faculty members. Additionally, participants will also attend a formal group dinner on Tuesday evening with faculty and CNS Board of Directors seated at each table.
Application Process
Residents who are CNS Junior members in their final year of a child neurology (PGY5) or neurodevelopmental (PGY 6) training program and submit their applications by 5:00 PM Eastern time on June 30th will be considered for participation in the Seminar.
There are a limited number of scholarships available to support attendance. Each residency program director must nominate one (1) resident for scholarship support. Residents who receive the letter of recommendation must upload it when submitting their Pellock application.
The selection process follows a three-step approach:
- First, priority is given to applicants who submit a letter of recommendation from their program director.
- Next, applicants from residency programs not yet represented will be considered if spaces remain.
- Finally, any remaining spots will be filled based on the date and time the application was submitted.
Residents who do not receive a letter of recommendation from their program may still apply; however, they will not receive priority consideration and may only be selected if space is available after the above steps are completed.
Residents who are selected to attend on scholarship are eligible to receive:
- CNS Annual Meeting Registration Fee Waiver.
- Three paid room nights at a CNS Annual Meeting partner hotel. A link for housing reservations will be provided upon selection.
Non-scholarship Residents will need to register for the annual meeting and coordinate their own lodging.
2025 Agenda: Pellock Resident Seminar on Epilepsy
| Date | Time | Presentation |
| Tuesday, October 7 | 6:00 p.m. | Jack Pellock Remembrance Lecture – Howard Goodkin Ready to Launch – Giulia Benedetti |
| Wednesday, October 8 | ||
| 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast | |
| 8:30 a.m. | Semiologies – Christina Bergqvist | |
| 9:00 a.m. | EEG Quiz – Courtney Wusthoff | |
| 9:30 a.m. | Break | |
| 10:00 a.m. | Small group discussions | |
| Noon – 1:00 p.m. | Lunch | |
| 1:00 p.m. | ICU EEG – Dana Harrar | |
| 1:30 p.m. | Pharmacology – Kate Nickels | |
| 2:00 p.m. | Epilepsy Surgery – Nancy McNamara | |
| 2:30 p.m. | Break | |
| 3:00 p.m. | Genetics – Senyene Hunter | |
| 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Small group discussions | |
Pellock Fellowship Awards:
The John M. “Jack” Pellock Research Fellow Award and Clinical Fellow Award are granted to one resident each per year who exemplifies dedication to pediatric epilepsy research and discovery or who has demonstrated a commitment to the clinical care of children with epilepsy or acute provoked seizures. All Pellock Seminar applicants are eligible to apply. All applications are due by June 30th, 2025, no later than 5:00 pm Eastern.
The awardee will receive:
- 2026 Child Neurology Society and American Epilepsy Society (AES) Annual Meeting registration fee waivers
- Inherited Metabolic Epilepsies (2nd Edition) signed by Phillip L. Pearl, MD
- eBook edition of Child Neurology: Its Origins, Founders, Growth and Evolution
- 2026 AES membership dues waiver
- Enrollment in the AES Fellows Program in 2026
Eligibility:
- Must attend the 2025 Pellock Resident Seminar on Epilepsy
- Final year Child Neurology resident who will begin an Epilepsy fellowship within 2 years of graduation
Research Fellow Award Submission requirements:
- Applicant’s CV
- Personal statement of no more than 250 words detailing why the applicant exemplifies a clinician researcher dedicated to scientific innovation in the field of pediatric epilepsy. The personal statement should include descriptions of how the applicant’s early research encompasses the following:
- Initiative in seeking out mentorship in the field of pediatric epilepsy research.
- Basic science, translational, or clinical investigation related to pediatric epilepsy.
- Dissemination of research. This can be in the form of institutional research day presentations, conference abstracts, peer-reviewed publications, etc.
Clinical Fellow Award Submission requirements:
- Applicant’s CV
- Personal statement of no more than 250 words detailing why the applicant exemplifies a physician dedicated to enhancing the clinical care of children with epilepsy. The personal statement should include specific examples of how the applicant has impacted children with epilepsy or at risk for provoked seizures and plans to extend this work into their career. These may include but are not limited to:
- Quality improvement initiatives addressing the clinical needs of children with seizuresParent or staff recognition for care provided by the applicantInstitutional protocol, guideline, or pathway development addressing disorders related to childhood epilepsy (E.g., status epilepticus pathway)Participation in patient-centered organizations such as the Epilepsy FoundationCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion of children with seizures
- Clinical research projects related to pediatric epilepsy or acute provoked seizures
