Fetal and neonatal neurology focuses on the developing brain during gestation and the early postnatal period, when rapid neuronal growth and synapse formation make the nervous system particularly vulnerable. Early identification and management of neurological abnormalities are critical to improving long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes.

The Fetal and Neonatal Neurology session examines the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological disorders in newborns and infants, including hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, intraventricular hemorrhage, seizures, and congenital malformations. Research integrates prenatal imaging, electrophysiology, and neurogenetics to understand early brain injury mechanisms.

At the Neonatal Neurology Conference, neonatologists, neurologists, and developmental scientists present progress in fetal MRI, amplitude-integrated EEG, and neuroprotective strategies. Sessions explore the use of hypothermia therapy, stem-cell applications, and pharmacologic interventions designed to minimize brain injury and promote recovery.

This session provides a platform for professionals working in neonatal intensive-care units, perinatal research, and pediatric neurology. Discussions include long-term follow-up, developmental screening, and family-centered care models ensuring optimal neurodevelopment.

Insights from Neurodevelopmental Disorders research are revolutionizing neonatal neurology, linking early diagnosis with life-long cognitive and behavioral health.