HBPR 2010 Archive

HBPR Scientific Sessions - 2010 Archives

Highlighted Science | Award Photos | Video Message

SPECIAL REPORT: Commentary by Rhian Touyz

Rhian M. Touyz, MD, FAHA discusses “Recent Trends in the Prevalence of High Blood Pressure and its Treatment and Control, 1999-2008,” presented by Sung Sug (Sarah) Yoon, Friday, Oct. 15, 2010 at the High Blood Pressure Research Scientific Sessions.
Presentation slides | Video commentary

HIGHLIGHTED SCIENCE
Neural Mechanisms
	Genetic Reconstitution of Prostaglandin E2 Receptor Subtype 1 Selectively in the Subfornical Organ Rescues Slow-Pressor Angiotensin II Hypertension in EP1R-Null Mice Xian Cao, PhD Cornell University, Ithaca, New York Presentation Slides
Aldosterone and Adrenal Mechanisms
	Angiotensin II Regulates Adrenal Vascular Tone through Zona Glomerulosa Cell-Derived EETs Phillip G. Kopf Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Presentation Slides
Cardio Vascular Remodeling and Dysfunction
	Mesenchymal Stem Cells Modified with Tissue Kallikrein Protect against Apoptosis and Inflammation after Acute Myocardial Infarction Lin Gao Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina Presentation Slides
	High Fat Diet Augments O-glcnac Levels in Cerebral Arteries Leading to Increased Myogenic Tone Victor V. Lima Medical College of Georgia, Agusta, Georgia Presentation Slides

AWARD IMAGES

Members of the High Blood Pressure Leadership Council sing and dance the night away at the Annual Trainee Advocacy Mixer. The event provides an opportunity to network and form relationships that will follow members throughout their professional careers.

VIDEO MESSSAGE: PAST CHAIR, COUNCIL FOR HBPR

Past chair of the Council for High Blood Pressure Research, Gabriel Navar, PhD, FAHA, discusses the opportunities available for young investigators and early career members at HBPR 2010 Scientific Sessions.

Pictured: Rhian M. Touyz, Clinton Webb, Gabriel Navar

Omni Shoreham Hotel - Washington, DC | Oct 13-16, 2010
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Sponsored by the American Heart Association’s Council for High Blood Pressure Research and the Council on Kidney in Cardiovascular Disease.

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