Research Interest Groups (RIGs)
The Pediatric Section Research Group (PSRG) is a collaborative research initiative of the AANS/CNS Section on Pediatric Neurological Surgery designed to expand and streamline participation in high-quality multicenter research. Building on the success of existing collaborative networks and the strong interest among Pediatric Section members in consortium-based research, the PSRG provides an organized framework for pediatric neurosurgeons to pool expertise, share infrastructure, and develop studies that address clinically important questions that are difficult to answer at a single center.
At the core of the PSRG are specialty-focused Research Interest Groups (RIGs), each centered on a major pediatric neurosurgical domain: Chiari, Craniofacial, Epilepsy/Functional, Hydrocephalus, Neuro-Oncology, Spine, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Vascular. Through regular virtual meetings, in-person sessions, and a structured project proposal process, the RIGs are intended to help members generate research ideas, leverage existing registries and collaborative networks, develop new multicenter projects when needed, and align research priorities with the needs of patients and families. Together, the RIGs aim to foster a collaborative culture within the Pediatric Section and accelerate impactful research to improve care for children with neurosurgical conditions
Collaborative Research
Work alongside colleagues from institutions across North America on high-impact multicenter studies.
Shared Expertise
Connect with specialists who share your clinical and research interests.
Research Infrastructure
Leverage existing registries, collaborative networks, and research resources to accelerate study development.
Innovation
Transform research ideas into projects that improve outcomes for children with neurological disorders.
Member Submissions
Contribute to the collective intelligence of the pediatric neurosurgery community.
Annual Meetings
Our regular assemblies serve as the cornerstone for professional development and networking within the pediatric subspecialty.
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