The program encompasses a full-day of judged oral and poster presentations by the Pittsburgh area's brightest and best young researchers.  It is a conference designed to allow young investigators the experience and the excitement of presenting their own work to their peers in a professional and supportive environment.  Also, the event highlights the importance of cardiovascular related research and encourages beginning physicians and scientists to pursue these types of careers.

This year the University of Pittsburgh will play host to the event in the Biomedical Science Tower - South on Friday, February 17, 2012. 

The program will include:

• Basic and Clinical science presentations - both oral and poster
• Luncheon lecture by the 2012 Pittsburgh Heart Ball's Pulse of Pittsburgh recipient 
• Judging by an outstanding panel of the Pittsburgh region's top physicians and scientists from our leading medical and educational institutions
• Monetary awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each presentation category

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Key Dates:

• December 1, 2011 - Abstract Submission Opens, Guest Registration & Heart Ball Registration Opens
• January 30, 2012 - Abstract Submission Closes
• February 3, 2012 - Guest & Heart Ball Registration Closes
• February 17, 2012 - Fellows Research Day
• February 25, 2012 - Pittsburgh Heart Ball

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	Welcome from the Chair			General Information
	Abstract Guidelines and Submission			Guest Registration
	Pittsburgh Heart Ball			Sponsorship Opportunities

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