First Symposium of The Association of Comparative Cardiology Denmark (ACCORD)
The First Symposium of ACCORD brings together leading experts to discuss recent findings in cardiac evolution, anatomy, physiology, electrophysiology, and regeneration. Through live demonstrations, cross-disciplinary discussions, and a special focus on large mammal hearts, the symposium aims to inspire new research directions and practical applications in medicine and zoology.
Info about event
Time
Location
Copenhagen Zoo, Roskildevej 34, 2000 Frederiksberg
Organizer
We will bring together a range of experts in the comparative cardiology field, spanning from basic science, evolution, development and anatomy to potential uses in human medicine. We hope that this interdisciplinary approach will bring lively discussion on the latest knowledge.
The symposium is sponsored by the Carlsberg Foundation in collaboration with the Danish Cardiovascular Academy.
The symposium consists of sessions addressing these topics:
- Evolution – "An introductory session that combines the evolution of the vertebrate heart with perspectives from human and veterinary medicine and the possibilities of using zoo animals and museum specimens in comparative research"
- Anatomy - "Comparative cardiac anatomy from animals to humans"
- Contractile machinery in the myocardium – “Unravelling the mysteries of the myocardium"
- Regeneration and transplantation - "Understanding cardiac regeneration and limitations in xenotransplantation"
- Electrophysiology - "Differences in the electrical conduction of the vertebrate heart and how to assess it"
- Haemodynamic - "Haemodynamic adaptations to meet varying physiological demands in small and large animals"
- Adaption to special environments - "Cardiac and circulatory adaptations to special and extreme environments."
There will be plenty of room for networking during the symposium. Learn more on the symposium’s website: http://www.accord-2025.org/
Programme
Who can attend?
Everyone interested in comparative physiology research.
Participation cost
The event is free of charge, including dinner.
Organisers
Morten Bækgaard Thomsen, University of Copenhagen
Kirstine Calloe, University of Copenhagen
Henrik Lauridsen, Aarhus University
Peter Agger, Aarhus University
Danish Cardiovascular Academy
ECTS points
Apply to your Graduate School by providing Certificate of Attendance (available upon request) and the course programme.
No-show fee
Please note that the DCAcademy will charge a no-show fee of 500 DKK if you do not show up and have not unregistered prior to start.