AANS/CNS Section

Pediatric Neurological Surgery

Research Committee

The Research Committee is dedicated to advancing pediatric neurosurgical research by fostering collaboration, supporting investigators, and promoting innovative clinical, translational, and basic science research. Through mentorship, multicenter partnerships, funding opportunities, and research infrastructure, the committee empowers members to generate meaningful discoveries that improve the care of children with neurological disorders.

Whether you are an established investigator, early-career faculty member, resident, fellow, or medical student, the Research Committee provides opportunities to connect with collaborators, develop research initiatives, secure funding, and contribute to projects that shape the future of pediatric neurosurgery.

Our Mission

The Pediatric Section Research Committee is dedicated to advancing pediatric-focused neurosurgical research. The committee works to support investigators, foster collaboration, and build sustainable structures that promote high-quality research in both clinical and basic science domains.

Co-Chairs (2025-2027)

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Advance Research

Support high-quality clinical, translational, and basic science research.

Build Collaboration

Connect investigators through multicenter studies and collaborative research networks.

Develop Researchers

Provide mentorship and resources for residents, fellows, and early-career investigators.

Drive Innovation

Encourage new ideas that improve pediatric neurosurgical care and patient outcomes.

Member Submissions

Contribute to the collective intelligence of the pediatric neurosurgery community.

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Pediatric Section Annual Meeting 2026
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Our regular assemblies serve as the cornerstone for professional development and networking within the pediatric subspecialty.

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Subcommittees
Grants Subcommittee

Interfaces with research funding organizations to represent and promote pediatric neurosurgical interests

Co-Chairs (2025-2027)
Clinical Research Subcommittee

Builds partnerships with established clinical research network, serves as a resource for investigators, and develop mentorship

Co-Chairs (2025-2027)
NeuroPoint Alliance Chair
Basic Science Research Subcommittee

Serves as a resource for investigators pursuing basic science and develop mentorship residents

Co-Chairs (2025-2027)
History of Committee - Established in 2013

Previous Committee Chairs:

2023-2025: Amanda Saratsis & David Hersh

2021-2023: David Daniels & Todd Hankinson

2019-2021: Cormac Maher

2017-2019: Ed Smith

2015-2017: Ed Smith

2013-2015: Ed Smith