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David Goff, Jr., M.D., Ph.D.
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Statement
Statement from Gary H. Gibbons, M.D., Director of NHLBI: It is my pleasure to announce that David Goff, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., will become Deputy Director for Precision Medicine and Data Science at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) starting December 16, 2024. In this new role, Dr. Goff will lead efforts to harness cutting-edge data...
3-D rendering of a low-density lipoprotein particle next to a blood vessel
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News Release
Findings could pave the way for more personalized treatments for cardiovascular disease National Institute of Health (NIH) scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how "bad" cholesterol, known as low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol or LDL-C, builds up in the body. The researchers were able to show for the first time how the...
Upcoming Events
Sickle cell anemia, 3D illustration. Clumps of sickle cell block the blood vessel
The Sickle Cell Disease Advisory Committee (SCDAC) makes recommendations on research priorities conducted or supported by NHLBI. The Committee also makes recommendations about long range plans of basic, clinical, applied, health education, and prevention related research concerning the scientific aspects of research programs on the nature, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Sickle Cell Disease. The Committee will advise, consult with, and make recommendations to the Director, NIH, the Director, NHLBI, and the Director, DBDR.
Virtual
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
Hands of different colors coming together to form a heart.
Join The Heart Truth® for "Taking Care of #OurHearts Together: Building Heart-Healthy Communities" — a panel discussion featuring experts from the NHLBI and community organizations. This event will explore community-focused heart health statistics, lifestyle behaviors, and key resources to foster heart-healthy habits across diverse populations.
Virtual
2:00 p.m. EST
Featured Past Events
Woman sleeping on a bed.
The workshop "Heterogeneity and Sex/Gender Differences in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Personalized Approaches to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implementation" aims to explore the diverse aspects of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) diagnosis and treatment. It focuses on integrating personalized and precision-based approaches into sleep medicine therapies and identifying unique subtypes and characteristics of OSA for individualized treatment strategies. This workshop is essential for professionals and individuals interested in staying updated on the latest advancements and future directions in the diagnosis and management of OSA.
November 14 - 15 , 2024
Virtual
November 14, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
November 15, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
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