Council on Basic Cardiovascular Sciences (BCVS)

Message from the Chair

Maria Kontaridis, PhD

Welcome to the Basic Cardiovascular Council (BCVS) of the American Heart Association (AHA). I am truly honored to serve as your BCVS Council Chair, to work with each of you to promote the mission and vision of the American Heart Association (AHA). This year, 2024, is indeed a special and celebratory year, commemorating 100 years of cardiovascular research, advocacy, and education. For a century, the AHA has been committed to reducing the incidence of heart disease and stroke, to fostering a healthier society, and to supporting medical professionals in their quest for knowledge. The opportunity to be part of a community that not only advances medical science but also impacts patient lives has been an important call to action for many of us.

Maria Kontaridis, PhD
Chair, Council on Basic Cardiovascular Sciences

BCVS Science News
The BCVS Council actively participates in the publication of scientific statements or guidelines that are important to our members. We've included those along with articles or research that cover topics of interest to our members below.

2022-2023 BCVS Early Career Mentorship Program

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Application Period Open. We are delighted to offer a program to Early Career Investigators that gives them the opportunity to intern/observe in an Established Investigator’s laboratory for a few days as a visiting scholar. We look forward to connecting you with a Mentor who has similar interests and experience as yours and who could help advance your career. Please read the program information carefully and answer all questions in the application form to be considered for review by the BCVS Early Career Committee.

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BCVS Scientific Sessions

Basic Cardiovascular Sciences 2024 Scientific Sessions
July 22–25, 2024
Hilton Chicago | Chicago, Illinois
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Current AHA Research Grant and Funding Opportunities

Grant and funding opportunities are posted throughout the year. Check out a complete listing of current RFPs and apply to fund your research today.

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Circulation Research

Mechanistic research of relevance to the cardiovascular system from various disciplines.

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BCVS Early Career Mentorship Program

We are delighted to offer a program to Early Career Investigators that gives them the opportunity to intern/observe in an Established Investigator's laboratory for a few days as a visiting scholar.

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Scientific Sessions 2024

Scientific Sessions: November 16–18, 2024
McCormick Place Convention Center | Chicago, Illinois