The Pre-Congress, entitled “Brain Metabolism Beyond Inborn Errors of Metabolism”, is organised by the Spanish Society of Paediatric Neurology (SENEP) and will take place on 6 April 2027, one day before the official EPNS Congress programme begins in Barcelona.
Please note: The Pre-Congress requires a separate registration and is not included in the EPNS Congress ticket.
Further details regarding the faculty, certification, industry and registration will be provided soon.
The programme offers focused insights into current perspectives on brain metabolism and combines expert input with interactive discussion and clinical relevance.
09:00 – 09:05
Welcome
Chairs: Àngels García-Cazorla, Marcos Madruga
09:05 – 09:30
Introductory lecture
09:30 – 10:45
Session 1: Cognition, Behaviour and Metabolism
10:45 – 11:10
Coffee break
11:10 – 12:40
Session 2: Epilepsy and Metabolism
12:40 – 13:30
Lunch break
13:30 – 14:45
Session 3: Movement disorders and Metabolism
14:45 – 15:00
Coffee break
15:00 – 16:30
Session 4: Metabolic treatments for brain disorders beyond IEM
16:30 – 17:00
Conclusions and Wrap-up
The Pre-Congress faculty brings together experts in paediatric neurology and brain metabolism, offering participants focused insights from clinical practice, research and interdisciplinary exchange.
The Day Ticket for the Pre-Congress as part of the 17th EPNS Congress entitles you to participate on 6 April 2027 including refreshments during breaks and certification. The Pre-Congress requires a separate registration and is not included in the Congress ticket. Contingent for participation is limited.
Please note: The early bird rate is valid from 5 August 2026, CET until 23 February 2027, 23:59 CET. From 24 February 2027, 00:00 CET the regular rate applies. The e-ticket with access data will be sent out via e-mail one week before the congress.
Pre-Congress Day Ticket In-person until 23.02.2027, CET
from EUR 200
Pre-Congress Day Ticket In-person from 24.02.2027, CET
from EUR 210
Pre-Congress Day Ticket In-person until 23.02.2027, CET
from EUR 150
Pre-Congress Day Ticket In-person from 24.02.2027, CET
from EUR 160
Pre-Congress Day Ticket In-person until 23.02.2027, CET
from EUR 120
Pre-Congress Day Ticket In-person from 24.02.2027, CET
from EUR 130
¹ In order to benefit from reduced congress registration fees, it is essential that you have paid your current year EPNS membership fee. During the registration process you need to enter your EPNS records email address. If you have any doubts, please email the EPNS Office at info@epns.info and they will be happy to verify your EPNS membership status.
² LMIC (low & middle income countries) according to the World Bank list. Please scroll to the bottom of the page, there you can find all the listed Low and middle income countries. Relevant is the country in which the delegate practices in.
³ Please upload proof (as .pdf file) to qualify for the discounted delegate registration fee.
⁴ Group bookings (available from November 2026) are possible from 10 people. Only one total invoice will be issued, which is why the group booking procedure is only possible for companies and institutes.
CCIB – Barcelona International Convention Centre
Plaça de Willy Brandt, 11-14, Sant Martí
08019 Barcelona
Spain
The Barcelona International Convention Centre (CCIB) is one of Southern Europe’s leading venues for congresses, conventions and corporate events. Located in the dynamic Diagonal Mar district of Barcelona, Spain, the CCIB is known for its contemporary architecture, versatile event spaces and impressive capacity, making it an ideal setting for large-scale international gatherings.
