american epilepsy society american epilepsy society the american epilepsy society (aes) is a nationwide 501(c)(3) non-profit organization for medical professionals and scientific investigators dedicated to finding the prevention, treatment, and cure of epilepsy. american epilepsy societyabbreviationaesformation1946legal status501(c)(3) non-profit organization.purposeto promote research and education for professionals dedicated to the prevention, treatment and cure of epilepsyheadquarterschicagoregion served united statesmembership 3800official language englishpresidentwilliam davis gaillard, mdwebsitewww.aesnet.org history aes was founded in 1946 as the american branch of the international league against epilepsy (ilae), and is one of the oldest neurological foundations in the united states. in 1954, it formally adopted its current name. publications aes publishes epilepsy currents, a journal that provides commentary and reviews on the latest epilepsy research. conferences aes hosts an annual meeting. workshops, poster sessions, and speakers cover topics of clinical care, translational science, and basic science as it relates to epilepsy. awards the american epilepsy society confers several awards to recognize members and groups within the community for their excellence in research and medicine as well as their dedicated efforts on behalf of the society. the aes gives five awards: founders award distinguished service award j. kiffin penry award for excellence in epilepsy care basic science research recognition award clinical science research recognition award