Dear Members, Colleagues, and Friends,
April brings stimulating opportunities to learn, connect, and help shape the future of cardiovascular health. We are pleased to highlight several upcoming activities of the ESC Working Group on Coronary Pathophysiology and Microcirculation, and we warmly invite you to take advantage of the following initiatives.
60th Annual ESCI Meeting – Lisbon | 3–5 June 2026
Join us at the 60th Annual ESCI Meeting in Lisbon for a special ESCI–ESC Working Groups Joint Session. This collaborative event brings together the ESC Working Group on Coronary Pathophysiology and Microcirculation, the ESC Working Group on Thrombosis, the ESC Working Group on Atherosclerosis and Vascular Biology, and the European Society for Clinical Investigation (ESCI).
Together, we aim to bridge the gap between clinical practice and research while fostering meaningful scientific exchange.
ESC Congress 2026 – Get Ready!
Munich, Germany | 28–31 August 2026
ESC Congress remains the most anticipated event in the cardiology calendar, a dynamic forum where science, clinical practice, and global collaboration come together.
Join thousands of colleagues from around the world to explore groundbreaking research, educational sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities. We look forward to seeing many of you there.
Working Group Talk – A Must-Watch Live Event
Join us for an upcoming ESC Working Group Talk, which brings together the ESC Working Group on Coronary Pathophysiology and Microcirculation and the ESC Working Group on Atherosclerosis and Vascular Biology:
“What’s New in Prediction and Prevention of Diabetes Cardiovascular Complications”
This timely session will feature an outstanding faculty discussing one of the major drivers of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality: diabetes and its cardiovascular complications.
Date: 18 June 2026
Time: 16:00–17:00 CEST
If you are unable to attend live, the session recording will be available on demand via ESC365.
Join Our Growing Community
We are committed to expanding and strengthening our Working Group by welcoming more professionals, particularly women and early-career colleagues.
Membership provides opportunities to enhance your scientific and clinical impact, develop meaningful collaborations, and become part of a vibrant and supportive community.
We encourage you to join us and contribute to the future of cardiovascular science.
Featured Commentary
In this issue, Drs. Ana Stupin, Ivana Jukić, and Marko Stupin from the University of Osijek (Croatia) provide insightful commentary on the study: “Endothelial cells under disturbed flow release extracellular vesicles to promote inflammatory polarization of macrophages and accelerate atherosclerosis.” Their perspective highlights emerging mechanisms through which endothelial cells communicate vascular danger and contribute to the development of atherosclerosis. Read the full commentary here.
Your Voice Matters
Our community thrives on your ideas and contributions. Do you have a groundbreaking study to share, what to contribute to the newsletter, or share a proposal for a future Working Group Talk? Please feel free to reach out directly at edina.cenko2@unibo.it.
With my best wishes,
Edina
Dr. Edina Cenko
Chair, ESC Working Group on Coronary Pathophysiology and Microcirculation
