IJMS Webinar | Molecular Mechanisms of Cardiovascular Inflammation and Metabolic Dysregulation
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Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In recent years, significant progress has been made in understanding the molecular pathways that link metabolic disorders, systemic inflammation, and cardiovascular dysfunction.
This webinar brings together experts in molecular cardiology and translational medicine to discuss emerging mechanisms underlying cardiovascular inflammation, metabolic dysregulation, and their clinical implications. The presentations will highlight novel biomarkers, molecular pathways, and potential therapeutic targets that may improve prevention and treatment strategies for cardiovascular disease.
We hope that this event will stimulate discussion and foster collaborations among researchers and clinicians who are interested in the molecular basis of cardiovascular pathology.
Date: 20 May 2026
Time: 9:00 am CEST | 3:00 pm CST (Asia) | 5:00 pm AEST
Webinar ID: 868 7188 7021
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
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Important Dates
- Registration end dateMay 20, 2026
Meet Our Speakers
Prof. Dr. Celestino Sardu
Department of Advanced Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Italy;
Prof. Celestino Sardu is a cardiologist and researcher specializing in cardiovascular pathophysiology, metabolic diseases, and translational cardiology. His research focuses on the molecular and inflammatory mechanisms linking metabolic disorders, diabetes, and cardiovascular complications. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and actively collaborates in international research projects focused on precision medicine and cardiovascular risk stratification.
Dr. Carlo Fumagalli
Department of Advanced Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Italy;
Dr. Carlo Fumagalli is a cardiologist and clinical researcher with expertise in heart failure, arrhythmias, and cardiovascular risk stratification. His research focuses on integrating clinical cardiology with molecular and biomarker-based approaches to better understand cardiovascular disease progression and improve patient management.
Dr. Susan Campbell
Department of Advanced Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Italy;
Dr. Susan Campbell is a researcher in molecular cardiology whose work focuses on inflammatory pathways and metabolic signaling involved in cardiovascular disease. Her studies explore novel biomarkers and molecular targets that may contribute to improved diagnostics and personalized therapeutic strategies.
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| Speaker | Presentation | Time (CEST) | Time (AEST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| IJMS Journal Introduction | 09:00–09:10 | 17:00–17:10 | |
| Prof. Dr. Celestino Sardu | Chair Opening | 09:10–09:20 | 17:10–17:20 |
| Prof. Dr. Celestino Sardu | Metabolic Dysregulation and Cardiovascular Inflammation: Emerging Mechanisms and Therapeutic Targets | 09:20–09:40 | 17:20–17:40 |
| Dr. Carlo Fumagalli | Age and Ageing in Cardiovascular Disease: From Cardiac Amyloidosis to Valvular Heart Disease and Heart Failure | 09:40–10:00 | 17:40–18:00 |
| Dr. Susan Campbell | A Shifting Focus in Cardiovascular Disease: Targeting Residual Inflammatory Risk | 10:00–10:20 | 18:00–18:20 |
| Q&A | 10:20–10:35 | 18:20–18:35 | |
| Prof. Dr. Celestino Sardu | Closing Remarks | 10:35–10:40 | 18:35–18:40 |
"Molecular Mechanisms, Biomarkers, and Therapeutic Targets in Heart Failure"
Special Issue Editor: Prof. Dr. Celestino Sardu
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026