Brain Health Summit 2025
European Brain Health Summit 2025
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 09:00 - 12:00 CET
The European Academy of Neurology (EAN), together with our Brain Health Mission (BHM) initiative, is proud to host the European Brain Health Summit 2025. Building on the successes of previous years, this year’s Summit will once again unite leading voices from across the globe to broaden the dialogue on brain health.
As in past years, the event will serve as a platform for healthcare professionals, policymakers, researchers, and patient advocates to exchange ideas and advance progress towards improving brain health for all.
With both in-person and online participation available, the Summit ensures a broad and inclusive dialogue on these critical issues. We invite you to join us in this vital effort to prioritise brain health worldwide. Together, we can shape a brighter future for brain health.
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Brain Health for a Resilient Europe
This year’s European Brain Health Summit aims to highlight brain health as a critical pillar for building a secure and resilient Europe. With neurological disorders on the rise, comprehensive brain plans are essential to address health challenges, foster innovation, and ensure societal well-being.
Guided by the Intersectoral Global Action Plan on Epilepsy and Other Neurological Disorders (iGAP), now in its second year, discussions will focus on integrating brain health into national and EU-level policies. Panels will explore the intersection of health promotion, economic productivity, and societal resilience, showcasing how brain health can drive innovation and strengthen Europe’s capacity to respond to current & future challenges.
This event brings together policymakers, health leaders, and stakeholders to advance coordinated action on brain health, emphasising its role in achieving the priorities of a secure and sustainable Europe. With key contributions from policy, science, and advocacy, it aims to position brain health as central to Europe’s future.
Programme
Moderator: Katrina Sichel
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Light Breakfast |
| 09:00 – 09:10 | Welcome and Opening Remarks |
| Katrina Sichel, Moderator Watch here Paul Boon, Past President of the European Academy of Neurology & Brain Health Mission Co-Chair Watch here | |
| 09:10 – 10:15 | Building a Resilient Europe through Brain Health Promotion Watch here |
| Elena Moro, President of the European Academy of Neurology Jan Schadrack, Roche Therapeutic Area Head Neuroscience and Rare Diseases, Global Medical Affairs Robin Lemmens, Felllow of European Stroke Organization Andreas Demetriades, Past President of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies Tomás Ryan, Chair of the Federation of European Neuroscience Societies Advocacy Committee & European Brain Council Board Member Q&A Panel discussion Watch here | |
| 10:15 – 10:35 | Coffee Break |
| 10:35 – 10:50 | iGAP Two Years On: Implementation in Europe & Beyond |
| Tarun Dua, Head of Brain Health Unit, WHO Watch here | |
| 10:50 – 11:45 | Reaching the iGAP objectives Watch here |
| Claudio Bassetti, Vice-President of the European Brain Council & Chair of the Swiss Brain Health Plan Paul Boon, Past President of the European Academy of Neurology & Brain Health Mission Co-Chair Donna Walsh, CEO International Bureau for Epilepsy, Chair of OneNeurology Konrad Rejdak, Past President of the Polish Neurological Society Agnese Cattaneo, Chief Medical Officer Angelini Pharma | |
| 11:45 – 12:00 | Concluding Remarks |
| Johan Van Overtveldt, Member of the European Parliament Watch here | |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Closing Reception |