EUROPEAN ATHEROSCLEROSIS SOCIETY

The European Atherosclerosis Society, founded in 1964, is devoted to advancing knowledge of the causes, natural history, treatment and prevention of atherosclerosis. Currently composed of researchers, in both basic and clinical science, membership is open to physicians and scientists working in Europe and in neighboring countries. Corresponding members, active in the field of atherosclerosis research, are accepted from around the world.

Major activities of the European Atherosclerosis Society include the organization of large annual congresses, smaller scientific workshops and other forums for professional interaction and education. The quality of European research in atherosclerosis depends on the education and enthusiasm of young researchers in the field. A major goal of the society is to support these young scientists, showcase their work, assist them with grants for travel and support them so that they can participate in EAS activities and bring in new ideas for the future. The society runs a Summer School for young scientists and presents Young Investigator awards at each EAS Congress. This year EAS will also give prizes for outstanding Clinical and Basic Research published by young scientists and clinicians and a new award for more senior scientists, named after an out-standing pioneer in the field, Nikolai Anitschkow (1885-1964). The new award is intended to recognize outstanding research in Atherosclerosis and linked metabolic disturbances.

The EAS collaborates with other European scientific societies on joint educational symposia, guidelines task forces and other projects of mutual interest within the field of cardiovascular research. The society Journal 'Atherosclerosis' is a well respected peer reviewed journal issued monthly and distributed worldwide. Since its inception, the EAS has held 76 Congresses and various Workshops in numerous European countries. The last Congresses have been held in Greece, Switzerland, Italy, Netherlands, Israel, France, Austria, Spain, Czech Republic and Finland.

An Executive Committee, to which members are elected for a term of three years, takes care of the Society's daily activities. Society activities are supported by the membership fees of individual and corporate members, as well as by public and private sponsors. A serious partnership between academia and industry is a necessary part of scientific development in this century. The EAS actively includes companies in the society as corporate members who are not only partners in the organization of congresses but also work with EAS to support research and educational programs. Further information on membership can be found on the society website:
www.eas-society.org or, by contacting the society office at the address below.