Vascular Discovery 2026 Scientific Sessions

May 13–16, 2026
Hyatt Regency Bellevue | Bellevue, Washington

Attendees absorb the science from Poster Session 1, at Vascular Discovery 2023 in Boston, Mass.

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May 13–16, 2026
Hyatt Regency Bellevue | Bellevue, Washington

Four Days. Global Experts. Infinite Possibilities.

Join us May 13-16, 2026 in beautiful Bellevue, Washington for 3.5 days of instruction and insights into vascular science and medicine. Vascular Discovery 2026 is the leading international forum for breakthroughs in vascular biology, genomics, and translational medicine. The conference unites scientists and clinicians to accelerate innovation from bench to bedside.

Key Dates

Key Dates for Vascular Discovery 2026
Date	Activity
January 12, 2026	EXTENDED DEADLINE: Abstract Submission CLOSES at 6:00 p.m. CST
February 9, 2026	Last day for Early Bird Pricing
March 30, 2026	Last day for Advance Pricing
May 13–16, 2026	Vascular Discovery 2026 in Bellevue, Washington

Speakers

Peter Libby, MD, FAHA

Harvard Medical School
Brigham and Women’s Hospital

Keynote Lecturer

9:30 a.m., Thursday, May 14, 2026
Presentation Title: TBA

More about Dr. Libby

Dr. Peter Libby is a globally recognized leader in cardiovascular medicine, renowned for his groundbreaking research on inflammation and atherosclerosis. He holds the prestigious title of Mallinckrodt Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and serves as Senior Physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. His work has shaped the field of vascular biology and continues to influence both basic and translational cardiovascular research.

Kiran Musunuru, MD, PhD, MPH, ML, MRA, FAHA

University of Pennsylvania

Vascular Discovery Distinguished Lecture

9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 16, 2026
Presentation Title: TBA

More about Dr. Musunuru

Dr. Kiran Musunuru is an actively practicing cardiologist, dedicated educator, and internationally recognized leader in cardiovascular genetics and gene editing. As the Barry J. Gertz Professor of Translational Research at the University of Pennsylvania, his work focuses on identifying genetic factors that protect against heart disease and translating those discoveries into novel therapies.

He is the recipient of numerous prestigious honors, including the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the American Heart Association’s Award of Meritorious Achievement and Joseph A. Vita Award, the Judson Daland Prize from the American Philosophical Society, and the Outstanding Investigator Award from the American Federation for Medical Research. He also received Harvard University’s Fannie Cox Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching.

Dr. Musunuru has served as Editor-in-Chief of Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine and currently sits on the NIH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Advisory Council and the Board of Directors of the American Society of Human Genetics. He is the author of The CRISPR Generation and Genome Editing: A Practical Guide to Research and Clinical Applications, and is co-founder and Senior Scientific Advisor of Verve Therapeutics.

More Speakers

Hong Chen, PhD, FAHA

Principle Investigator, Research Associate, Associate Professor
Boston Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts

Jeffrey M. Hoeg Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology Award for Basic Science and Clinical Research:
Epsins Orchestrate Atherosclerotic Plaque Progression: Mechanisms and Therapeutic Targeting

Ngan F. Huang, PhD, FAHA

Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Stanford University
Stanford, California

PVD Mid-Career Award and Lecture:
Extracellular Matrix Regulation of Endothelial Cell Fate and Regeneration

Vascular Discovery Program Committee

Peter K. Henke, MD, FAHA

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan

Program Committee Chair

Isabella Grumbach, MD, PhD, FAHA

University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Program Committee Vice Chair

Kathleen Martin, PhD, FAHA

Yale University
New Haven, Connecticut

Immediate Past Chair

Members

Masanori Aikawa, MD, PhD
Karin Bornfeldt, PhD, FAHA
Yabing Chen, PhD, MBA, FAHA
Mete Civelek, PhD, FAHA
Scott Damrauer, MD, FAHA
Anahita Dua, MB, ChB, MBA, MS
Colin E. Evans, PhD
Trevor P. Fidler, PhD
Guillermo Garcia-Cardena, PhD
Chiara Giannarelli, PhD, FAHA
Michael A. Holinstat, PhD, FAHA
Kanika Jain, PhD
Yogen Kanthi, MD, FAHA
Genesio M. Karere, PhD, MS, MSc
Fadi T. Khasawneh, B.Pharm, PhD
Alicia N. Lyle, PhD, FAHA
Kellie R. Machlus, PhD
Kiran Musunuru, MD, PhD, MPH, ML, MRA, FAHA
Andrea T. Obi, MD
Gregory A. Payne, MD, PhD, FAHA
Casey E. Romanoski, PhD
Jean Marie Ruddy, MD
Sabyasachi Sen, MD
Thomas Vallim, PhD
Roberto I. Vazquez-Padron, PhD
Hanrui Zhang, PhD, FAHA

Other Meetings of Interest

Vascular Research Initiatives Conference
May 13, 2026, All Day
Location: 900 Bellevue Way NE | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, Bellevue, WA
Hosted by: Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) and the SVS Foundation (SVSF)

The Vascular Research Initiatives Conference (VRIC), hosted by the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) and the SVS Foundation (SVSF), is where basic science and translational vascular research take center stage. Share your discoveries with vascular surgeons, biologists, trainees and other researchers — and make new connections that advance vascular science and lead to the next breakthrough in patient care.

VRIC is one of the only meetings dedicated to vascular surgeon-scientists and their research partners. It offers a uniquely supportive platform for investigators at all stages of their careers. Whether you’re an established leader, a post-doctoral researcher or a trainee, VRIC provides the visibility, feedback and professional connections to help your research make an impact.

The VRIC is a one-day session preceding Vascular Discovery: From Genes to Medicine Scientific Sessions, also held at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue. The SVS and SVSF has teamed up with AHA to offer these two exclusive meetings in the same location and timeframe to help save attendees on travel costs; however, please note the VRIC and Vascular Discovery are two separate conferences with separate registration fees.

The Academy of Cardiovascular Research Excellence (ACRE)
May 13, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: 16000 NE 10th St., Bellevue, WA | Crossroads Community Center

The Academy of Cardiovascular Research Excellence (ACRE) will host a Vascular Symposium on May 13, 2026, at the Crossroads Community Center in Bellevue, Washington. This event will bring together investigators from both basic and clinical science disciplines to advance research in vascular diseases. Participants will have the opportunity to share their latest findings, engage in meaningful scientific discussions, and foster collaborations that help drive innovation in cardiovascular research. Additional details about the symposium, including registration are available on the ACRE website.

2026 HDL Workshop
May 16, 2026 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: 900 Bellevue Way NE | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, Bellevue, WA

Held immediately following the Vascular Discovery: From Genes to Medicine Scientific Sessions, the one-day HDL Workshop provides an opportunity for researchers in the HDL community to discuss the latest developments in the field. In addition to a panel discussion driven by leaders in the field, this highly interactive international forum features short talks and stimulating discussions among the attendees and speakers.

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