APPLICATION PERIOD: 21 MARCH -12 MAY 2025
Overview
The Paediatric Sleep subcommittee of the ESRS SMC is pleased to announce the 2nd ESRS Paediatric Sleep School which will be held from 4-9 November 2025 at the beautiful Bertinoro Castle in Italy.
Distinguished group of international paediatric sleep experts will in 4 days cover all aspects of paediatric sleep health from the neurophysiology to the ontogeny of sleep in infants, children and adolescents and will provide best practice in the evaluation and treatment of paediatric sleep disorders. It will offer also hands-on sessions with practical approach to polysomnography, polygraphy and actigraphy procedures in infants, children, and adolescents.
The importance of specialised education in paediatric sleep medicine is reinforced by recent research highlighting the critical need for enhanced training to improve healthcare outcomes for children and adolescents.For a comprehensive understanding of this topic, you may find the following article insightful:
Spruyt K, Chan K, Jayarathna R, Bruni O (2025), The need for pediatric sleep education to enhance healthcare for children and adolescents: A global perspective from a survey of members of the international pediatric sleep association. Sleep Med. 2025
Target Audience
Clinicians, researchers, and trainees in paediatric sleep, including physicians, psychologists, nurses, and sleep technologists.
Please note that participation is limited to 50 individuals and the applications will be evaluated by the organising committee to assure a balanced representation of disciplines.
Learning Objectives
- Summarise relevant information in paediatric sleep encompassing physiology, ontogeny, and impact of disturbed sleep on child development. .
- Identify and diagnose sleep disorders in infants, children, and adolescents.
- Apply evidence-based treatments for sleep disorders in infants, children, and adolescents.
- Identify challenges and potential avenues for future research in paediatric sleep medicine.
Programme
You can review the 2024 programme below.
Confirmed Faculty Members
Raffaelle
Ferri
Reto
Huber
Sleep, plasticity and neurodevelopment.
Raffaele
Ferri
How to score sleep in children?
Restless sleep in children.
Paul
Gringras
Circadian rhythm sleep and wake disorders.
Pharmacological treatment in pediatric sleep disorders.
Highlights from the 1st Paediatric Sleep School
Conditions
In order to participate, you must fulfil the following criteria:
- Be a member of the ESRS at the time of application.
- Be active in sleep research or sleep medicine at the time of application. Have a documented interest in paediatric sleep.
- There is no upper age limit for eligibility, however, preference will be given to candidates who are in the early stages of their career.
- The participation fee is 750 EUR, which includes accommodation, catering for the duration of the entire stay, and access to all educational activities and practical sessions at the Centro Universitario di Bertinoro (A non-refundable deposit of 250 EUR is required upon the applicant’s acceptance, and the remaining 500 EUR five weeks before the start date). Grants are available as detailed below.
Requirements
In order to apply to participate, you must complete the online application form where you’ll be required to upload the following documents:
- Candidate’s CV
- Candidate’s highest degree
- Statement of Interest (max. 400 words) detailing: How will attendance at the meeting benefit your career and what learning goals do you pursue? How can you contribute to the learning environment of the Paediatric Sleep School?
A maximum of 50 participants will be accepted for this Paediatric Sleep School.
Funding Opportunity
Candidates who cannot be fully supported by their laboratory or other sources may also apply for a fellowship to support their participation:
- A total of 10 grants, worth 500 EUR, are available to partially cover the registration fee. You can apply for the grant through the application form.
- Funding is open to all nationalities (European and non-European), with priority given to candidates from low-income countries.
Application Guidelines
All application files should be submitted via the online application form only.
Selection will be overseen by the Paediatric Sub-Committee.
Applications are open until 12 May 2025 (23:59 CET) and applicants will be notified of the selection outcome by 30 June 2025.
Industry Presence
We are actively seeking industry partners to join us throughout the program. Don’t miss this chance to collaborate, innovate, and play a key role in advancing paediatric sleep care. Partner with us and leading professionals to drive better-informed, cutting-edge care for children’s health. Get in touch with us at esrs@esrs.eu.
