EAS Newsletter November 26, 2024

Congress:

Registration for the EAS Congress 2025 is now open. Secure your early bird rate today!

The EAS Congress 2025 registration is now open, and there’s no better time to sign up. Take advantage of early bird rates and save more by registering early! Don’t wait – the sooner you register, the greater the savings. Be sure to become an EAS member for the best possible rates.

This is your opportunity to join experts and researchers working at the cutting edge of atherosclerosis research. Don’t miss your chance to share insights, collaborate, and be part of the conversation.

Please note that early bird registration deadline is March 4, 2025.

Education:

The next Young Fellows class has officially kicked off its programme

The third cohort of the EAS Young Fellows kicked off their meeting in Vienna, bringing together an exceptional group of clinicians and scientists dedicated to advancing research and care in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD).

Over the course of two exciting days, participants had the opportunity to engage with outstanding speakers and learn about the many initiatives of the European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS). The event served as a platform for collaboration, inspiration, and knowledge-sharing, reinforcing EAS’s role as a leader in the fight against ASCVD. The energy and expertise of the Young Fellows were evident, promising a bright future for the society and the field.

A heartfelt thank you goes to all the participants and speakers who contributed to the success of this meeting. Vienna proved to be the perfect setting for such an inspiring gathering. Here’s to continued innovation and excellence in cardiovascular science!

Outreach:

The first AtheroTalk episode is here! Join Prof. Anne Tybjaerg-Hansen for an insightful discussion

Our podcast, AtheroTalk, the latest initiative proudly presented by the EAS Young Fellows, is now live! This podcast series explores the world of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular research, offering insights from leading experts in the field. You can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

In our debut episode, we’re excited to feature Prof. Anne Tybjaerg-Hansen from Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen University Hospital, Denmark. With over 40 years of experience in clinical biochemistry and molecular cardiology, she is a renowned expert in her field.

Don’t miss this engaging conversation, where Prof. Tybjaerg-Hansen concludes with an inspiring message for early-career scientists: “Go for it, science is fun!”

A big thank you to our fantastic guest and everyone who contributed to making this episode possible:

Script preparation: Fotios Barkas, Joana Rita Chora, Azin Kheirkhah, Krishnaraj Rathod, Yusuf Ziya Sener
Interviewer: Antoine Rimbert

Congress:

One week left to submit your abstract and apply for Young Investigator Fellowships & Travel Grants!

We invite you to submit an abstract to EAS Congress 2025 in Glasgow! This is a golden opportunity to showcase your research and insights to a distinguished audience of experts in the field. Make the most of your time and send in your work and apply for Young Investigator Fellowships & Travel Grants!

Young Investigator Fellowships

EAS Congress programme provides younger, upcoming researchers a prestigious platform from which to launch or progress their international careers. A strong contingent of senior scientists is engaged to interact with and mentor the next generation, in the popular and well attended Science at a Glance sessions. This interaction will be a source of great inspiration and encouragement, and will ultimately strengthen research in the field.

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.

All applicants must fulfill the requirements and restrictions of travel. Young Investigator Fellowships for EAS Congress include:

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

Application procedures for EAS Congress:

• Application for Young Investigator Fellowship is a member benefit. To be eligible to apply for a grant, please make sure your individual membership is up to date.
• Applicants must review and understand all of the requirements and restrictions for travel (see bottom of page)
• Applicants MUST complete an application form through the congress abstract system
• Applicants MUST have submitted an abstract for presentation at EAS Congress
• Applicants MUST be 35 or under on May 31, the year of application
• The award of the Fellowships is at the discretion of the organisers
• Notifications will be sent out by February the year of the congress.

If you have reviewed and understand all of the requirements and wish to proceed with an application, please do so by completing the application when submitting your abstract.

Travel Grants to EAS Congress

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.

All applicants must fulfill the requirements and restrictions of travel. The Grants are awarded at the discretion of the organisers.

The grants cover:

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

Education:

Tackling barriers to lipid-lowering therapy in cardiovascular prevention

One of the major challenges in cardiovascular prevention is the long-term adherence to lipid-lowering therapy. Its effectiveness depends on personalizing treatment, overcoming barriers to treatment adoption, and implementing best practices in healthcare services. However, cultural differences and the uniqueness of various healthcare systems can make it difficult to apply the same strategies universally.

This symposium will offer a global overview of the varying effectiveness of lipid-lowering therapy, with a focus on best practices implemented in both Europe and Latin America.

The presentations will be led by respected experts from the European Atherosclerosis Society and the EAS-LATAM group.

Spanish subtitles will be available for all sessions, as in past events.

Register now to secure your place!

Society:

EAS Calendar – December 2024

From insightful webinars to groundbreaking announcements, this section is your gateway to staying connected and up-to-date with the latest developments within the EAS Society.

October 1 – December 3, Abstract submission for the EAS Congress 2025

December 3-6, SMNE-EAS Joint International Course

December 4-6, 20th International Symposium on Atherosclerosis

December 5-7, 11th National Panhellenic Congress of the Hellenic Atherosclerosis Society

December 5-8, 76th Annual Conference of the Cardiological Society of India 

December 11, EAS-LatAm webinar: How to improve the quality of care for patients with dyslipidemia?