Learning objectives

After watching this webinar, participants will understand how genetic factors contribute to CVD; recent technological advances have led to the discovery of novel cardiovascular genetic risk factors; a polygenic score (PGS) is constructed and what tools are available for this task; and risk factor discoveries will lead to better prevention and treatment of CVD.

Needs assessment and expected educational outcome

To educate clinical and non-clinical scientists on the intricate relationship between genetic factors and cardiovascular disease, as well as exciting advancements in the discovery of genetic risk factors, including how to use tools to construct polygenic scores.

Main topic

• Cardiac Diseases

Related topic

• Genetics
• Comorbidities
• Dementia/depression

This webinar is part of a series of 6 webinars on the EU-funded TO_AITION project.

For more focused information about this topic, please watch the following webinars:

• Common biological mechanisms connecting major depression with cardiometabolic diseases and immunometabolic depression (10/06/2024)
• Inflammation in cardiovascular disease and classification of human atherosclerotic plaques according to underlying biology and clinical presentation (10/09/2024)
• Common mechanisms of mood disorders and cardiovascular disease (23/09/2024)
• The inflammasome in cardiovascular disease and beyond (08/10/2024)

You may also visit the official webpage of the TO-AITION project here.

Session information

This webinar is designed for clinical and non-clinical scientists and general cardiologists.

During the webinar, you will be encouraged to send your questions by chat and interact with our key opinion leaders who will provide live feedback.

Technical settings

The webinar is available on PC and tablets. The use of a smartphone is not recommended.

To answer the MCQs during the live, you must allow pop-up windows.

A high-speed Internet connection is required (minimum 2 Mbps).