The EUSI Stroke Summer School is a project introduced by the European Stroke Initiative to provide up-to-date information in stroke research and clinical care to young scientists and clinicians. Its intention is to have students participate in lecture programmes and to give the additional opportunity to work and learn in a stimulating environment in which young scientists can exchange their experiences and ideas with colleagues from all over Europe. The idea is to make stroke care and research an international experience with the possibilities of creating small, efficient networks and to mingle with the leading researchers in the field who make themselves available for lively discussions. Thus, for a whole week, lectures and seminars will given by the faculty and will be supplemented by a social programme that enables also informal contacts and fruitful encounters.