EAS Newsletter October 3, 2023

EAS Governance:

Nominate someone truly deserving of this prestigious recognition

The nominations for the 2024 Anitschkow Prize are still open. Until October 16, 2023, you have the chance to nominate exceptional scientists who have made significant contributions to the field.

Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their remarkable achievements and contributions but hasn’t been nominated yet?

Submit your nomination now! For detailed information on the Prize, its criteria, and the nomination process and to access an extensive collection of lectures delivered by distinguished individuals who have been honored with the prestigious Anitschkow Prize, please follow the links below:

EAS Governance:

Abstract submission for EAS Congress 2024 is open and you have the chance to apply for Young Investigator Fellowships and Travel Grants

We are excited to announce that the abstract submission for EAS 2024 is now open. This is your chance to share your groundbreaking research and insights with the global scientific community. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of an esteemed gathering of experts. Submit your abstract today and participate in the 92nd EAS Congress.

Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for Young Investigator Fellowships and EAS Travel Grants. Find more information below.

Abstract submission deadline: December 5, 2023

Young Investigator Fellowships 2024

EAS Congress programme provides younger, upcoming researchers a prestigious platform from which to launch or progress their international careers.

As a measure of the Society’s commitment to encourage the leading lights of the future, EAS offers Young Investigator Fellowships to selected abstract and oral communication presenters aged 35 or under, on a competitive basis.

Young Investigator Fellowships include:

• Complimentary Congress registration
• Complimentary 1-year EAS membership subscription
• A grant of 400 € towards travel & accommodation at the EAS 2024 Congress

Travel Grants to EAS Congress 2024

These grants are awarded to selected presenters of poster or oral communications who live and work in countries where funding for international meetings is difficult to obtain.

The travel grants 2024 cover:

• Complimentary Congress registration
• Complimentary 1-year EAS membership subscription
• A grant of 400 € towards travel & accommodation at the EAS 2024 Congress

The Grants are awarded at the discretion of the organisers.

EAS Collaborations:

EAS President-Elect Børge G. Nordestgaard delivered the 2023 Akira Yamamoto plenary lecture on “Remnant cholesterol”

EAS is proud to have co-sponsored sessions with the Asian-Pacific Society of Atherosclerosis and Vascular Disease (APSAVD) at their 16th Congress in Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia (September 8-9th, 2023).

APSAVD gathers scientists and clinicians interested in atherosclerosis prevention from Japan in the north of the region through South-East Asia in the middle, to Australia and New Zealand in the south of the region.

EAS President-Elect Børge G. Nordestgaard delivered the 2023 Akira Yamamoto plenary lecture on “Remnant cholesterol”. Professor Akira Yamamoto from Osaka in Japan was the first physician to administer a statin to a patient with familial hypercholesterolemia.

EAS Education:

Webinar presented by the EAS Lipid Clinic Network, Pharmacological Management for Individuals Affected by Familial and Multifactorial Chylomicronemia Syndromes

Join us for the upcoming educational webinar presented by the EAS Lipid Clinic Network (LCN). This webinar is dedicated to the critical topic of “Pharmacological Management for Individuals Affected by Familial and Multifactorial Chylomicronemia Syndromes”.

It will be an engaging and interactive 30-minute webinar featuring a pre-recorded presentation by the esteemed expert, Professor Philippe Moulin. Following the presentation, we have a live Q&A session, offering a unique opportunity to engage directly with the speaker.

Date: Thursday, October 5th

Time: 17:00 CEST

To secure your spot, please register via the following link:

EAS Education:

Expressing gratitude for your involvement and contributions throughout FH Week 2023

We extend our gratitude to everyone who actively participated in the live sessions and to those who joined the webinars organized in collaboration with FH Europe Foundation. The dynamic 30-minute sessions, brimming with valuable insights and promoting collaboration between clinicians and patients, were successfully conducted from September 25-29 during FH Week 2023.

All session recordings will soon be available on EAS Academy, exclusively accessible to EAS full members. Stay tuned for this valuable resource to further enhance your knowledge and engagement.

EAS Publication:

Recent issue highlights – July 2023

Volume 377 contains several articles which emphasize the importance of life style factors as well as the importance of interventions in risk factor management of individuals for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. 

EAS Collaborations:

Medical nutrition therapy is effective in the management of adult dyslipidaemia

Primary care practitioners, including general practitioners (GPs) and healthcare professionals (HCPs), are invited to explore the latest addition to “The Diet at the Heart” series, now in its fifth installment.

Unearth evidence-based insights and practical tips that will empower you to assist your patients in effectively managing their dyslipidemia through adjustments in their diet and lifestyle.

Take advantage of this opportunity to access the tutorial and further refine your expertise in supporting cardiovascular well-being.

EAS Society:

Important Notice: Change of Office Address

Since now, we will be operating from a new office.

Our new address is as follows:

Please note that all other contact information, including phone numbers and email addresses, remain unchanged. You can still reach us at +46 (0) 31 760 24 27 and [email protected] for any inquiries, requests, or assistance you may require.