In Canada, heart diseases are the second leading cause of death each year. Every five minutes a Canadian dies from heart conditions, stroke or vascular cognitive impairment, yet it is estimated that 80 per cent of cardiovascular diseases are preventable.
To help combat the risks of cardiovascular disease, the University of Alberta has created the CardioVascular Research Institute (CVRI).This new research institute will help drive research discoveries through collaboration, strategic investment and research funding.
Check our website frequently for updates and seminars/events of potential interest under the Upcoming Events below.
Message from the CVRI Director
Read more about the mission, vision and values of the CVRI as well as our governance structure and key partners.
Learn more about the impact of cardiovascular research at the U ofA and the resources being built by the CVRI.
Membership in the CVRI is open to anyone who conducts or participates in research or innovation related to cardiovascular research.
Donate to the CVRI today and help support groundbreaking cardiovascular research and innovation that connects new breakthroughs to better patient care.
News
Upcoming Events
CVRC Seminar Series
No more seminars until September
Cardiology Divisional Rounds
Wednesday June 26, 2024
8:00AM
"MINOCA: Past, Present, and Future - New 2024 CCS Clinical Update"
presented by Dr. Catherine Boutet
via Zoom: Register for access
Cardiology Divisional Rounds
Wednesday July 3, 2024
8:00AM
Title TBA
presented by Dr. Josiane Dion
via Zoom: Register for access