NIA/AGS Conference on Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease (10.18 & 10.19.21)

A bench-to-beside conference on "Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease " sponsored by the National Institute on Aging (NIA) and the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) will be held at the Heart House – American College of Cardiology in Washington, DC on Monday, October 18 to Tuesday, October 19, 2021.

The conference will provide attendees the opportunity to learn about cutting edge research developments, participate in the creation of recommendations for future research, and network with colleagues and leaders in the field.

The application to attend the conference is now available and can be accessed here.

Submit application by Monday, June 14.

Applicants will be notified if they are invited to participate by the end of July. Please review the following eligibility criteria before applying.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. At least 1-2 years of research experience in a related field.
  2. Hold an MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent degree (e.g., DO, OD, DPT, DDS, Psy.D).
  3. Have an academic appointment as a research fellow, instructor or faculty member.

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View a Preliminary Agenda

If you are interested in participating or learning more about the conference please contact Elisha Medina-Gallagher, Manager for Special Projects at egallagher@americangeriatrics.org or 212.308.1414.