EAS Newsletter November 11, 2025

Society:

Announcing candidates for Election Committee 2026-2028

EAS members are invited to select the members of the Election Committee 2026-2028 by means of an online ballot December 15, 2025-January 29, 2026.

The Election Committee is responsible for overseeing the election processes for Society Officers and members of the Executive Committee, in accordance with the EAS Constitution.

The newly appointed Election Committee Chair, Prof. Frikke-Schmidt has selected 10 senior EAS members, all with an excellent scientific track record, who have agreed to stand as candidates to become members of the Election Committee 2026–2028.

EAS members are invited to vote for their preferred candidates in the online ballot. The four candidates with the highest number of votes will join Prof. Frikke-Schmidt on the Election Committee.

To be eligible to vote you need to be an Individual member of the Society, and your membership dues need to be up to date.

Candidates

Listed in alphabetical order, the candidates standing to become members of the Election Committee 2026–2028 are as follows:

Prof Lina Badimon
Barcelona, Spain

Prof Mafalda Bourbon
Lisbon, Portugal

Prof Tomas Freiberger
Prague, Czech Republic

Prof Jörg Heeren
Hamburg, Germany

Prof Minna Kaikkonen
Kuopio, Finland

Prof Philippe Moulin
Lyon, France

Prof Paolo Parini
Stockholm, Sweden

Prof Kjetil Retterstol
Oslo, Norway

Prof Margus Viigimaa
Tallinn, Estonia

Prof Marit Westerterp
Groningen, The Netherlands

Timetable

Online ballot opens: 15 December 2025
Online ballot closes: 29 January 2026
Results will be announced shortly after the ballot closes.

The four candidates receiving the highest number of votes will become members of the Election Committee and will be formally presented to the EAS membership during the 2026 General Assembly.

Congress:

Your research, your stage – join the 94th EAS Congress in Athens

On behalf of the European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS) and the Hellenic Atherosclerosis Society, we are delighted to invite you to the 94th EAS Congress in Athens, Greece, 24–27 May 2026. Join leading experts in exploring the latest research on atherosclerosis and vascular disease, through in-person and virtual participation.

We warmly encourage abstract submissions, especially from young scientists, to share your work, engage with peers, and spark new ideas. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a vibrant scientific community in the historic and inspiring city of Athens!

Education:

End the year with inspiration at our last Featured Open Lecture of 2025!

In this lecture, Prof. Gemma Figtree discusses acute coronary syndromes and the absence of standard modifiable risk factors (SMuRFs). It is known that around 25% of heart attack patients have no traditional risk factors; therefore, early detection of plaque would be a game changer. Women without SMuRFs have the worst outcomes after myocardial infarction. Thus, gaining a deeper understanding of the factors driving susceptibility and resilience is the next major step in preventing disease.

Congress:

Invitation to submit a bid to host the EAS Congress 2029 or 2030

The European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS) invites national atherosclerosis or related societies to express interest in hosting the EAS Congress in 2029 or 2030.

The EAS Congress gathers around 2,000–2,500 delegates and rotates between European cities in collaboration with the local national society.

Please review the EAS Congress Bid Guide for details on requirements and the selection process:

Deadline for expressions of interest: December 3, 2025

We look forward to hearing from interested societies and to continuing our shared mission to advance education and research in atherosclerosis.

Outreach:

EACH Cardiovascular Health Summit 2025 is on the horizon

The European Alliance for Cardiovascular Health (EACH) is delighted to invite you to join us in Brussels on 10-11 December 2025 for the EACH Cardiovascular Health Summit, with Secretariat provided by the European Society of Cardiology.

We warmly welcome health stakeholders and national representatives to take part in this inaugural Summit where you will have the chance to meet with Members of European Parliament from your country, hear best practices regarding implementation of national action plans, learn the latest science behind emerging trends in cardiovascular risk and prevention, hear from patients and lived experiences, and dig into the latest news around the EU Cardiovascular Health Plan. Join us for an interactive, immersive and unforgettable policy experience!

Preview below our draft programme:

Education:

Our commitment to education never pauses. Register for the EAS webinar

Learning isn’t limited to a single season – it’s a continuous journey. Our programs, events, and educational activities run all year long, giving you endless ways to explore, engage, and expand your horizons.

Register for the last webinar in 2025 and be part of the conversation.

Society:

EAS Calendar – November-December 2025

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.

November 6, EAS-LatAm webinar: Integrating AI and digital tools in cardiovascular prevention

November 7-9, 15th Croatian Congress on Atherosclerosis with International Participation

November 13, EAS Webinar: Ultraprocessed food & the Nordic diet in the context of CVH

November 14, EAS Joint Session at EAVA Cardiorisk 2025

November 16, LCN National Webinar Guidelines Georgia

November 19, LCN National Webinar Guidelines Uzbekistan

November 20, LCN National Webinar Guidelines Iraq

November 28, EAS Advanced Course on Rare Lipid Disorders, Germany

December 1, Young Investigator Awards for outstanding publications, call for nominations opens

December 3, EAS Advanced Course on non-classical risk factors, Cambridge, UK

December 4, Young Fellows Meeting

December 4, EAS-SMNE Joint Session at LXV International Congress

December 4-7, 77th Annual Conference of CSI

December 11, LCN National Webinar Guidelines Bosnia & Herzegovina

December 15, Election Committee (ELCOM) online ballot opens