The Research Issue

Unraveling Epileptogenesis

Examining the root causes of epilepsy may lead to preventing the onset of epilepsy.

By Brenda Patoine

Journey to the Center of the Brain

Anastasia “Ana” LaGalla, 3, had what are known as “laughing seizures,” however there was nothing remotely amusing about them.

By Lisa Boylan

In My Own Words

"If we could only understand how the brain becomes epileptic, then we should be able to prevent this process ..."

By Tallie Z. Baram, MD, PhD.

Forecasting Seizures

Early-warning "pacemakers" for epileptic seizures are now on the horizon.

By Kurt Samson

One Family's Commitment to Epilepsy Research

"My dream would be that they did all this research and they found a way to make seizures stop completely, not just have them controlled ... "

Lisa Boylan spoke with Kim, Gary and Amy parent about their experience with epilepsy and their unwavering commitment to supporting epilepsy research initiatives.