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Vanderbilt School of Medicine Basic Sciences

Heart Disease Research

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the world’s leading killer, causing about 19.8 million deaths in 2022 (32% of global deaths).

3D medical illustration of human lungs and heart. Adobe Stock Image by Hallo.
Illustration of human lungs and heart.

Heart Disease

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences researchers are investigating the heart at its foundations, from the molecular signals that control contraction and rhythm to the genetic and cellular pathways that drive atherosclerosis, inflammation, and heart failure. This bench-level insight fuels the next generation of diagnostics and therapies, helping translate fundamental findings into strategies that improve prevention, treatment, and recovery. 

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