Vascular Discovery 2026 Scientific Sessions

Attendees absorb the science from Poster Session 1, at Vascular Discovery 2023 in Boston, Mass.

Why you should attend

Vascular Discovery
Scientific Sessions

Vascular Discovery 2026 offers a dynamic and immersive experience for those advancing translational science and research in cardiovascular and vascular diseases. With a revitalized program featuring plenary lectures, award competitions, poster sessions, and targeted concurrent sessions, this meeting delivers cutting-edge insights and fosters meaningful collaboration.
Explore timely topics in:

  • Thrombosis, Hemostasis & Lymphatic Biology
  • Peripheral Artery Disease & Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Immunology & Inflammation
  • Metabolic Disorders & Smooth Muscle Cell Dysfunction
  • Lipid Metabolism & Novel Therapeutics
  • Genomics, Epigenetics & Precision Medicine

From early career training and mentorship events to high-impact presentations by leading investigators, Vascular Discovery 2026 is your opportunity to engage with the latest advances, connect with peers, and shape the future of cardiovascular translational research.


Key Dates

Key Dates for Vascular Discovery 2026
Date Activity
October 22, 2025 Abstract Submission OPENS
December 2025 Watch for Registration
January 7, 2026 Abstract Submission CLOSES
May 13–16, 2026 Vascular Discovery 2026 in Bellevue, Washington

Vascular Discovery Program Committee

Peter Henke, MD, FAHA

Peter K. Henke, MD, FAHA

Program Committee Chair
Isabella Grumbach, MD, PhD, FAHA

Isabella Grumbach, MD, PhD, FAHA

Program Committee Vice Chair
Kathleen Martin, PhD, FAHA

Kathleen Martin, PhD, FAHA

Immediate Past Chair

Members

  • Masanori Aikawa, MD, PhD
  • Karin Bornfeldt, PhD, FAHA
  • Yabing Chen, PhD, MBA, FAHA
  • Mete Civelek, PhD, FAHA
  • Scott Damrauer, MD, FAHA
  • Anahita Dua, MB, ChB, MBA, MS
  • Colin E. Evans, PhD
  • Trevor P. Fidler, PhD
  • Guillermo Garcia-Cardena, PhD
  • Chiara Giannarelli, PhD, FAHA
  • Michael A. Holinstat, PhD, FAHA
  • Kanika Jain, PhD
  • Yogen Kanthi, MD, FAHA
  • Genesio M. Karere, PhD, MS, MSc
  • Fadi T. Khasawneh, B.Pharm, PhD
  • Alicia N. Lyle, PhD, FAHA
  • Kellie R. Machlus, PhD
  • Kiran Musunuru, MD, PhD, MPH, ML, MRA, FAHA
  • Andrea T. Obi, MD
  • Gregory A. Payne, MD, PhD, FAHA
  • Casey E. Romanoski, PhD
  • Jean Marie Ruddy, MD
  • Sabyasachi Sen, MD
  • Thomas Vallim, PhD
  • Roberto I. Vazquez-Padron, PhD
  • Hanrui Zhang, PhD, FAHA

Other Meetings of Interest

Vascular Research Initiatives Conference
May 13, 2026, All Day
Location: 900 Bellevue Way NE | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, Bellevue, WA
Sponsored by: Society for Vascular Surgery®
A separate registration fee is required to attend

The Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC) emphasizes the exchange of basic and translational vascular science that stimulates thoughtful discussion and motivates participants to discover solutions to important problems affecting vascular patients. The VRIC brings together vascular surgeons, vascular biologists, physicians with an interest in vascular problems, vascular surgery trainees and research trainees in vascular surgery and vascular biology.

The VRIC, presented by Society for Vascular Surgery® (SVS), is a one-day session preceding Vascular Discovery: From Genes to Medicine Scientific Sessions, also held at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue. The SVS has teamed up with AHA to offer these two exclusive meetings in the same location and timeframe to help save attendees on travel costs; however, please note the VRIC and Vascular Discovery are two separate conferences with separate registration fees.


2026 HDL Workshop
May 16, 2026 1:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
May 17, 2026 8:30 a.m. to noon.
1:30pm-7:00pm on April 25th and 8:30am-Noon on April 26th
Location: 900 Bellevue Way NE | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, Bellevue, WA

Held immediately following the Vascular Discovery: From Genes to Medicine Scientific Sessions, the HDL Workshop provides an opportunity for researchers in the HDL community to discuss the latest developments in the field. In addition to a panel discussion driven by leaders in the field, this highly interactive international forum features short talks and stimulating discussions among the attendees and speakers.

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