Women and Heart Disease

Heart disease is the number 1 killer of men and women in the world. Yet, women have historically been underrepresented in cardiovascular research studies. This has led to significant knowledge gaps in the understanding of heart disease in women. Our team is dedicated to close important knowledge gaps on the molecular mechanisms underlying differences between men and women with heart disease.

We do this by specifically focusing on the inclusion of women with heart disease in research studies, studying vascular tissues by sex, and translating this knowledge into new biomarkers that aid in early diagnosis of heart disease for female patients. We are grateful to our funders and sponsors that keep our team together, focused, and stimulate collaborations across borders.