Genetics and Genomics

Understand the role of inherited traits in heart and brain health.

Science News

Screening Diagnosis and Management of Pediatric Hypertriglyceridemia
Clonal Hematopoiesis and Its Cardiovascular Implications
2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics
Mitochondrial Genetics in Cardiovascular Health and Disease
Genetic and Genomic Testing in Cardiovascular Disease

Journals

Deficiency of ZC3HC1 Modulates Vascular Smooth Muscle Cell Phenotype and Increases Neointima Formation
Pulmonary Vascular Signaling in Pulmonary Hypertension: Potential Role of Endothelial Ca2+ Signaling in Cellular Senescence and Inflammasome Activation
Dynamic Behavior of Carotid Arteries Determined by Black-Blood Cine MR Imaging: Potential Plaque Vulnerability Indicators
Short SCN5A Transcript Yields a NaV1.5 Fragment Influencing Cardiac Metabolism
Cross‐Platform Proteomics and Machine Learning Algorithms Nominate Plasma Biomarkers of Stroke Diagnosis

Continuing Education

Erin Bohula, MD, of Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA presents findings for VESALIUS-CV at Scientific Sessions 2025.
The GPM Council seeks to advance discovery and translation of biological insights from genetics and omics technologies to improve cardiovascular and brain health through better risk prediction, treatment and prevention for patients. Our expertise spans genetics, genomics, genomic medicine, epigenetics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, proteomics, microbiome, bioinformatics, computational science, and population health.

Since 1999, the BCVS Council has advanced understanding of mechanisms of basic cardiovascular regulation to support insights into cardiovascular disease and facilitate new therapies. Emphasis is on integrating molecular/cellular and physiological approaches to address problems relating to genomics, cell signaling, myocardial biology, circulatory physiology, pathophysiology, and peripheral vascular disease.

The ATVB Council focuses on arteriosclerosis, thrombosis and vascular biology. The council advances research, addresses prevention, improves diagnosis and treatment, and works actively with other organizations. It shares reliable information through its annual conference, awards and lectures, and in the AHA’s journal, Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology.

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