Understanding how blood vessel cells function and interact
2025 Vascular Cell Biology Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar
This conference is all about understanding how the cells that make up our blood vessels work and stay healthy, bringing together scientists from different areas to share ideas and help improve treatments for vascular diseases.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Gordon Research Conferences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Greenwich, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11074301 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This conference focuses on the biology of vascular cells, specifically how endothelial and smooth muscle cells are formed and maintained for proper blood vessel function. It aims to bring together researchers from various fields, including vascular biology, bioimaging, and genomics, to share knowledge and foster collaborations. The event includes seminars for trainees to encourage the next generation of scientists in this area. By integrating new tools and models, the conference seeks to advance the understanding of vascular diseases and promote effective treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with vascular diseases or conditions affecting blood vessel function.
Not a fit: Patients with non-vascular related conditions or those not engaged in academic or research settings may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing vascular diseases and enhancing vascular repair.
How similar studies have performed: Similar conferences and collaborative efforts in vascular biology have historically led to significant advancements in understanding vascular diseases.
Where this research is happening
East Greenwich, UNITED STATES
- Gordon Research Conferences — East Greenwich, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hirschi, Karen Kemper — Gordon Research Conferences
- Study coordinator: Hirschi, Karen Kemper
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.