Scientific Sessions 2025

NEW: Scientific Sessions 2025 is expanding to FOUR days! Friday, November 7th at #AHA25 will now be a full day with additional programming across all specialties and career levels.    See what else is new!
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Ardem Patapoutian, Ph.D.

2025 Nobel Laureate Address

Ardem Patapoutian, PhD
Professor, The Scripps Research Institute
Investigator, Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Presentation title:
May the Force Be with You: PIEZO Ion Channels as Essential Pressure Sensors for Touch, Pain, Blood Pressure, and Beyond

Read Dr. Patapoutian's Bio

Ardem Patapoutian is a professor at Scripps Research, where his laboratory identified the molecules that sense temperature and pressure involved in touch, pain, and regulating blood pressure. Patapoutian is of Armenian descent and was born in Lebanon. He immigrated to the USA in 1986. He graduated from UCLA in 1990 with a B.S., received his Ph.D. from Caltech in 1996, and performed postdoctoral training at UCSF.

He joined the faculty of Scripps Research in 2000, where he is currently the Presidential Endowed Chair in Neurobiology and an Investigator of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. He held a joint appointment at the Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation from 2000 to 2014, serving as director of Discovery Research. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences (2017) and a member of American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2020). He is a recipient of the 2020 Kavli Prize in Neuroscience, the 2021 BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award, and the 2021 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

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 2025

Scientific Sessions 2025 Key Dates
Dates Activity
April 9, 2025 General Abstract Submission Opens
June 5, 2025
General Abstract Submission Closes at 6:00 p.m. CDT/7:00 p.m. EDT
June 17, 2025 Registration Opens
June 16, 2025 Late-Breaking Science and Late-Breaking Basic Science Abstract Submission Opens
August 4, 2025
Late-Breaking Science and Late-Breaking Basic Science Abstract Submission Closes at 6:00 p.m. CDT/7:00 p.m. EDT
November 7–10, 2025 Scientific Sessions 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana

#AHA25 Program Leadership

Joanna Chikwe, MD, FRCS, FAHA

Joanna Chikwe, MD, FRCS, FAHA

Chair, Scientific Sessions
American Heart Association
Brahmajee Nallamothu, MD, MPH, FAHA

Brahmajee Nallamothu, MD, MPH, FAHA

Vice-Chair, Scientific Sessions 
American Heart Association

Should I attend #AHA25?

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  • A scientist, clinician, researcher or other healthcare professional interested in any and all aspects of cardiovascular disease?
  • Looking to maximize your session choices and networking opportunities?
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Should I attend #ReSS25?

Are you...

  • A clinician, researcher, or health care professional focused on cardiopulmonary arrest, resuscitation science, emergency cardiovascular care or CPR quality improvement?
  • Someone who is focused on building their career in emergency cardiovascular care?
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