Awards
Valentin Fuster, wins prestigious award from the International Atherosclerosis Society
The International Atherosclerosis Society has awarded Dr. Valentín Fuster, the Antonio M. Gotto Jr. Prize in Atherosclerosis Research in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the understanding and treatment of atherosclerosis. The award was presented by Peter Libby, President of the International Atherosclerosis Society, during the opening ceremony of the International Atherosclerosis Society’s Annual Symposium in Oman. This award honors Dr. Fuster’s outstanding contributions to the understanding of the progression, prevention, and treatment of atherosclerosis, also known as hardening of the arteries.
Héctor Bueno receives the ESC President’s Awards 2024 at the Congress of the European Society of Cardiology
Dr. Héctor Bueno, principal investigator of the Multidisciplinary Translational Cardiovascular Research group at the Spanish National Cardiovascular Research Centre (CNIC), Coordinator of the Clinical Hospitalization Area and Research of the Cardiology Service at the 12 de Octubre Hospital, leader of the i+12 Multidisciplinary Translational Cardiovascular Research Institute, has received the ESC President’s Awards 2024 from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) at the ESC Congress 2024 in London. This award recognizes Héctor Bueno›s outstanding individual contribution to the ESC. According to Professor Franz Weidinger, President of the ESC, Dr. Bueno´s years of selfless service to ESC have made «a profund impact in many ways, to members of the ESC but also for our patients».
Prof. María Ángeles Moro Joins the Royal National Academy of Pharmacy
Prof. María Ángeles Moro Sánchez, PhD in Pharmacy and expert in Neurovascular Pathophysiology, has been appointed as a Full Member of the Royal National Academy of Pharmacy (RANF). During her inauguration, she emphasized her commitment to the institution’s objectives: promoting scientific knowledge in health, advancing research in innovative treatments, and fostering continuous education for healthcare professionals.
CNIC receives the Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence Award from the Ministry of Science and Innovation, granted in 2021
The CNIC received the Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence 2021 distinction, awarded by the State Research Agency, in recognition of its scientific impact and international leadership, as well as its collaboration with the social and business environment. This prestigious recognition, which CNIC first received in 2011, aims to accredit and fund research centers of excellence in Spain.
CNIC study named Nature PJ Imaging Article of the Year for 2024
A study coordinated by Dr. Carlos Pérez Medina from the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) in Madrid has been named by the journal npj Imaging as its Article of the Year for 2024 (npj Imaging). The article, ‘Macrophage PET imaging in mouse models of cardiovascular disease and cancer with an apolipoprotein-inspired radiotracer’, describes an innovative probe for the noninvasive detection of macrophages—immune cells that play a key role in the inflammatory response—by positron emission tomography (PET). The study, published in May 2024, was carried out by scientists at the CNIC and Mount Sinai Hospital in New York.
ACTIVITIES
European Researchers’ Night 2024 at CNIC
Through eight activities open to both adults and children, attendees of the 15th European Researchers’ Night in Madrid, hosted by CNIC, participated in seminars and workshops that brought them closer to the research conducted at the center. This event offers an exciting opportunity to dive into the world of science and innovation. From fascinating experiments to inspiring talks, CNIC provides a glimpse into the latest discoveries and technological wonders
Eight Top High School Students in Spain Join CNIC’s ACÉRCATE Program
Eight high school students from across Spain participated in CNIC’s ACÉRCATE program, part of the CNIC-Joven Training Plan led by Dr. Valentín Fuster. This program, aimed at fostering young talent in cardiovascular research, selected five female and three male students from over 50 candidates hailing from regions such as Catalonia, Murcia, Castile and León, Valencia, and Andalusia.
CNIC at the 2024 Science Week
From November 7 to 15, CNIC organized 11 activities during the 24th Science and Innovation Week, welcoming participants of all ages. Attendees engaged in practical workshops and had the chance to visit CNIC’s state-of-the-art laboratories.
CNIC PhDay 2024: “Learning from the Past for a Better Future”
The 10th edition of CNIC PhDay was held on November 29, 2024, organized by doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers. Under the theme “Learning from the Past for a Better Future,” the event focused on the impact of science on the environment and society.
CNIC Joins the 2024 Heart Race
CNIC took part in the 15th Popular Heart Race organized by the Spanish Heart Foundation, promoting cardiovascular health and fitness through community participation.
Sammy Basso, the Longest-Living Progeria Patient, Passes Away
Sammy Basso, the world’s longest-living patient with progeria, has passed away, leaving a legacy of resilience and inspiration for those affected by this rare condition.
