Cardiovascular Research and Tissue Engineering Summer School 2026
The goal of a “Cardiovascular Research Cardiovascular Research and Tissue Engineering Summer School” is to provide students, early-career researchers, or healthcare professionals with an immersive educational experience focused on cardiovascular health, research methods, and the latest innovations in the field. The summer school aims to:
- Educate participants about the fundamental principles of cardiovascular biology and disease.
- Introduce current research methodologies and technologies used in cardiovascular research, including clinical trials, imaging techniques, and molecular biology.
- Provide networking opportunities with experts in cardiovascular science and foster collaborations.
- Offer hands-on experiences, including laboratory demonstrations, workshops, and data analysis.
- Expose participants to the latest research findings in cardiovascular medicine and highlight their real-world applications.
Date: 13.07-17.07.2026
Program
Monday, 13.07.2025
- 08:30 – 09:00
Registration and Welcome Coffee
- 09:00 – 09:30
Introduce: Seminar participants
- 09:30 – 09:45
Opening Remarks -
Introduction to the goals and structure of the summer school.
- 10:00 – 11:00
Session: Basis for Cardiovascular (patho)physiology
(Heart anatomy, blood flow, electrical activity, and the role of vascular systems)
- 11:15 – 12:30
Keynote Lecture 1: Cardioprotection and novel therapeutics strategies Introduction to major cardiovascular diseases such myocardial infarction, stroke, and/or hypertension
- 12:30 – 13:30
Lunch Break
- 13:30 – 17:30
Workshop: Animal Welfare and Introduction to Cardiovascular Research Methods I. (3R, Knowing the anatomy of a human-sized heart, including chambers, valves, and major vessels, and conducting experiments using O2k technology for high-resolution respirometry in mitochondrial and cellular research, with emphasis on basic data collection and interpretation)
- 18:00 – 19:00
Evening Reception
Tuesday, 14.07.2025
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08:00 – 08:30
Morning Coffee & Recap
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08:30 – 09:30
Keynote Lecture 2. Coronary Artery Disease and Microvascular Dysfunction (pathophysiology, and current treatments) -
09:45 – 10:45
Keynote Lecture 3. Session: State of the-art- Molecular and Cellular Techniques in Cardiovascular Research Cardiovascular Proteomics -
11:00 – 12:00
Keynote Lecture 4. Session: Vascular dysfunction and inflammation (atherosclerosis, platelets biology, vascular inflammation and novel (non)-pharmacological therapeutics)
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12:30 – 13:00
Lunch Break
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13:00 – 16:00
Workshop: Cardiac and vascular physiology and Vascular function assessment (Designing, collecting and interpreting hemodynamic measurements, wire myography, coronary vascular function) -
16:15 – 17:45
The role of genetic and epigenetic factors as drivers of cardiometabolic syndromes -
18:30 – 22:00
Evening Networking Dinner
Wednesday, 15.07.2025
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09:00 – 09:30
Morning Coffee & Recap
-
09:30 – 10:30
Lecture: Cardiovascular Imaging Techniques (Echocardiography, MRI, CT, and PET in cardiovascular research and diagnosis)
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11:00 – 12:30
Lecture: Heart Failure: Mechanisms and Therapeutic Strategies
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12:30 – 13:30
Lunch Break
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13:30 – 18:00
Workshop: Hands-on animal models in cardiovascular research (myocardial infarction and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and echocardiography), including cardiac fibroblast isolation, cell culture, and staining techniques for detecting fibrosis in tissues and cells.
Thursday, 16.07.2025
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08:00 – 08:30
Morning Coffee & Recap
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08:30 – 10:00
Keynote Lecture 5: Tissue engineering/Bioreactor in Translational Cardiovascular Research
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10:15 – 11:00
Session: Vascular engineering
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11:15 – 12:30
Session: 3D Bio printing
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12:30 – 13:30
Lunch Break
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13:30 – 17:30
Hands-on: 3D Bio printing/Bioreactor Technology
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17:30 – 18:00
Q&A and Networking Session
Friday, 17.07.2025
-
09:00 – 09:30
Morning Coffee & Recap
-
09:30 – 10:30
Keynote Lecture 6: Artificial Intelligence in Cardiovascular Medicine
(Machine learning in diagnostics, predictive modelling) -
11:00 – 12:00
Session: The Future of Cardiovascular, Devices & Innovations
(Wearable technology, AI in diagnosis, and cutting-edge medical devices) -
12:15 – 13:00
Wrap-up Session: Key Takeaways & Future Research Directions
(Summary of the week, participants share insights and next steps) -
13:30
Closing Remarks and Certification Ceremony
Registration
This schedule is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive experience, from foundational knowledge to the latest innovations in cardiovascular research. It balances lectures, hands-on activities, and networking opportunities to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.
Course Fee: €950 (includes registration fee, lunch, morning coffee, dinner (1x), and visiting tour at the Josephium).
Contact: General e-mail address OR Attila Kiss
Course coordinators/Founders
Univ.Prof. Dr. Dr.hc Bruno K Podesser, MBA
Ap.Prof. Dr Attila Kiss
Confirmed International Faculty
Prof. Anna Marsano (Basel, Switzerland)
Prof. Petra Kleinbongard (Essen, Germany)
Prof. Dirk Ducker (Rotterdam, Niederlands)
Prof. Zoltán Papp (Debrecen, Hungary)
Prof. Manuel Mayr (London, UK)
Prof. Francesco Paneni (Zurich, Switzerland)