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Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. This collection aims to highlight the latest advancements in epilepsy research, with a particular emphasis on biomarkers, brain stimulation techniques, neurosurgical interventions, and the role of the thalamus and its connections in epilepsy.

Key Topics to be Explored:

1. Biomarkers for Epilepsy: This topic delves into the identification and validation of biomarkers that aid in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment response evaluation in epilepsy.

2. Brain Stimulation Techniques in Epilepsy: Brain stimulation has emerged as a promising therapeutic avenue in managing treatment-resistant epilepsy. This topic invites studies investigating the efficacy, safety, and mechanisms of non-invasive techniques like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and invasive approaches like deep brain stimulation (DBS) in epilepsy management.

3. Neurosurgical Interventions for Epilepsy: Neurosurgery plays a crucial role in the treatment of drug-resistant epilepsy, offering hope for improved seizure control and enhanced quality of life. This topic encompasses studies exploring various neurosurgical interventions, such as resective surgery, laser ablation, responsive neurostimulation, and innovative minimally invasive techniques.

4. The Role of the Thalamus and its Connections in Epilepsy: The thalamus, a vital structure within the brain, has been implicated in the generation and propagation of seizures. Understanding the precise role of the thalamus and its connections in epilepsy is of great importance. Researchers are encouraged to investigate thalamic alterations, thalamocortical networks, and their modulation in epilepsy, shedding light on potential therapeutic targets.

Keywords: epilepsy, seizures, brain stimulation, thalamus, neurosurgery


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Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. This collection aims to highlight the latest advancements in epilepsy research, with a particular emphasis on biomarkers, brain stimulation techniques, neurosurgical interventions, and the role of the thalamus and its connections in epilepsy.

Key Topics to be Explored:

1. Biomarkers for Epilepsy: This topic delves into the identification and validation of biomarkers that aid in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment response evaluation in epilepsy.

2. Brain Stimulation Techniques in Epilepsy: Brain stimulation has emerged as a promising therapeutic avenue in managing treatment-resistant epilepsy. This topic invites studies investigating the efficacy, safety, and mechanisms of non-invasive techniques like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and invasive approaches like deep brain stimulation (DBS) in epilepsy management.

3. Neurosurgical Interventions for Epilepsy: Neurosurgery plays a crucial role in the treatment of drug-resistant epilepsy, offering hope for improved seizure control and enhanced quality of life. This topic encompasses studies exploring various neurosurgical interventions, such as resective surgery, laser ablation, responsive neurostimulation, and innovative minimally invasive techniques.

4. The Role of the Thalamus and its Connections in Epilepsy: The thalamus, a vital structure within the brain, has been implicated in the generation and propagation of seizures. Understanding the precise role of the thalamus and its connections in epilepsy is of great importance. Researchers are encouraged to investigate thalamic alterations, thalamocortical networks, and their modulation in epilepsy, shedding light on potential therapeutic targets.

Keywords: epilepsy, seizures, brain stimulation, thalamus, neurosurgery


Important Note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.

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