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2011 Vascular Research Initiatives Conference: basic foundations of translational research in vascular disease

Kenneth R Ziegler1, Alan Dardik,

  • 1Interdepartmental Program in Vascular Biology and Therapeutics and Department of Surgery, Yale University School of Medicine, 10 Amistad Street, Room 437, PO Box 208089, New Haven, CT 06520-8089, USA.

Expert Review of Cardiovascular Therapy
|August 4, 2011
PubMed

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The 2011 Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC) showcased leading vascular research, fostering collaboration between surgeons and scientists. The event highlighted advancements in peripheral arterial disease, vascular biology, and regenerative medicine.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Research
  • Vascular Biology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) convenes the annual Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC).
  • The 2011 VRIC aligned with the American Heart Association's Council on Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology (ATVB) meeting.
  • The conference aims to present cutting-edge vascular research and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration.

Framework:

  • Plenary sessions covered critical areas: peripheral arterial disease, vascular endothelium, thrombosis, aneurysms, and stem cells/tissue engineering.
  • Progress reports were presented by recipients of Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) partner grants and National Institutes of Health K08 awardees.
  • Keynote addresses were delivered by distinguished researchers Linda Graham and Frank LoGerfo.

Implementation:

  • The 2011 VRIC was hosted in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
  • The event facilitated interaction between vascular surgeons and basic scientists.
  • It aimed to inspire academic vascular surgeons to pursue research careers.

Implications:

  • Fostered collaboration and knowledge exchange in vascular research.
  • Stimulated interest in academic vascular surgery and research.
  • Disseminated advancements in key areas of vascular disease and treatment.

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