Physiology without Borders: US and Cuban Scientists Meet in Space.

Area of Science:

• Physiological Sciences
• International Medical Congresses

Background:

• The 2nd Pan-American Congress of Physiological Sciences was held in Havana in May 2019.
• The event gathered over 400 delegates from 28 countries.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report on the attendance and scientific caliber of the 2nd Pan-American Congress of Physiological Sciences.
• To highlight the significant participation of US scientists despite potential pressures.

Main Methods:

• Attendance data collection from the congress.
• Qualitative assessment of scientific quality based on participant origin and engagement.

Main Results:

• Over 400 delegates from 28 nations participated.
• The congress attracted 228 US scientists, a notable number for medical science events in Cuba.
• The scientific quality was high, reflecting the caliber of international participants.

Conclusions:

• The 2nd Pan-American Congress of Physiological Sciences was a successful international gathering.
• The high attendance of US scientists underscores the event's importance and the global interest in physiological sciences.