Scientific Sessions 2024
Scientific Sessions: November 16–18, 2024
McCormick Place Convention Center | Chicago, Illinois
Why you should attend
Scientific Sessions
Be a part of the premier global event for advancements in cardiovascular science and medicine. Experience the highest tier of scientific discovery and practice-changing educational content. Focus on your specialty and engage with experts, or expand your knowledge through discussions, resources and interaction with notable peers.
This conference is focused on the latest innovations for scientists, clinicians, researchers and other healthcare professionals interested in any and all aspects of cardiovascular disease. Discover the robust scientific and clinical learning portfolio of programming across an array of specialties. Network with a multitude of colleagues at the conference known for playing a pivotal role in training young and diverse researchers. Learn and participate through the greater mission of the American Heart Association: to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.
Key Dates for 2024
| Dates | Activity |
|---|---|
| April 10, 2024 | General Abstract Submission OPENS |
| June 6, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. EST (-4 UTC) |
General Abstract Submission CLOSES |
| June 24, 2024 | Late-Breaking Science and Late-Breaking Basic Science Abstract Submission OPENS |
| August 19, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. EST (-4 UTC) |
Late-Breaking Science and Late-Breaking Basic Science Abstract Submission CLOSES |
| November 15, 2024 | Pre-Sessions Symposia & Early Career Day in Chicago, Illinois |
| November 16–18, 2024 | Scientific Sessions 2024 in Chicago, Illinois |
Scientific Sessions OnDemand™ 2023 will be available at no charge to residents of select low and lower-middle income economies as defined by the World Bank.
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Important Links from 2023
Navigate #AHA23 with these links:
- NEW! Scientific Sessions 2023 Photos(link opens in new window)(link opens in new window)(link opens in new window)(link opens in new window) (new window)(link opens in new window)(link opens in new window)(link opens in new window)(link opens in new window)
- AHA Journals - simultaneous publications
- #AHA23 and #ReSS23 abstracts published in Circulation
- AHA23 Final Program (PDF, 1.9 MB)
- AHA23 Schedule-at-a-Glance (PDF, 55KB)
- Online Program Planner (new window)
- #AHA23 Science News YouTube Playlist (AHATV)
- AHA News Releases
- Scientific Sessions Daily News newspaper
#AHA24 Program Leadership
Amit Khera, MD, MSc, FAHA, FACC, FASPC
Chair, Scientific SessionsAmerican Heart Association
Joanna Chikwe, MD, FRCS, FAHA
Vice-Chair, Scientific SessionsAmerican Heart Association
Childcare
The American Heart Association is committed to supporting women and families in science and medicine, and will offer onsite childcare centers for all scientific conferences during conference and special activity hours.
Childcare is available for children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years.
AHA Policies and Guiding Values
The American Heart Association policies on conflict of interest, ethics and inclusiveness and our guiding values reflect the high standard of business conduct that has always been, and remains, a hallmark of our organization.
Questions?
Registration
Contact:
[email protected]
Phone: 1-508-743-8517
Monday through Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET
Conference & Media
Conference Contact: [email protected]
Phone: 1-888-242-2453 or 214-570-5935
Media Inquiries
American Heart Newsroom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 214-706-1173
Membership
For membership status questions or Professional Heart Daily account questions contact:
American Heart Association
1-888-242-2453
[email protected]