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Cardiovascular Research Cluster (CVRC)
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Cardiovascular Scientists & Clinicians at the University of Bern, Inselspital University Hosp., and/or the Swiss Inst. for Transl. & Entrep. Med. (sitem-insel)
New publication: International Multicentre Study on the Treatment of Infrarenal Penetrating Aortic Ulcers. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40930394/
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International Multicentre Study on the Treatment of Infrarenal Penetrating Aortic Ulcers - PubMed
Endovascular repair, especially with bifurcated grafts, was the preferred safe approach. CERAB and BESGs were effective in anatomically suitable cases.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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#ISHLT and the @sts.org will host a joint #LungTransplant Symposium at #STS2026. 🫁

📆 29 January | New Orleans, LA USA
✅ CME credits available
🎟️ One-day passes available for those who want to attend the symposium only!

Learn more & register at 🔗 bit.ly/3WKcyyr

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November 10, 2025 at 3:40 PM
New publication: Benign Metastasizing Leiomyoma Presenting as a Right Ventricular Mass. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40912858/
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Benign Metastasizing Leiomyoma Presenting as a Right Ventricular Mass - PubMed
BML, though rare, can cause life-threatening cardiac involvement. Clinicians should consider a comprehensive cardiac evaluation for patients with unexplained cardiac symptoms and a history of leiomyoma.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
November 11, 2025 at 8:12 AM
New publication: Beneficial action potential duration–shortening effects, but deleterious negative inotropism of IKs-activator docosahexaenoyl glycine in long QT syndrome type 2. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40794559/
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Beneficial action potential duration-shortening effects, but deleterious negative inotropism of IKs-activator docosahexaenoyl glycine in long QT syndrome type 2 - PubMed
DHA-gly-induced IKs enhancement shows promising results in shortening APD/QT in LQT2 rabbits, while having no effect on LQT1 (impaired IKs). However, its adverse effect on cardiac contractility, even in LQT1, makes it unsuitable to treat LQTS patients. Our study highlights the importance of consider …
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
November 5, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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🫀 Last chance to submit your abstract!
The LS² Cardiovascular Research Meeting 2026 is taking place on 13-14 January 2026, University of Bern (UniS)Join us for talks, posters, networking & dinner!

⏰ Deadlines:
Abstracts: 09 Nov 2025
Registration: 12 Dec 2025: meetings.ls2.ch/cardiovascul...
November 5, 2025 at 12:33 PM
New publication: Influence of valve size on the hemodynamic performance of a tissue-engineered valved conduit in pulmonary position. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40933811/
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Influence of valve size on the hemodynamic performance of a tissue-engineered valved conduit in pulmonary position - PubMed
This work provides the first <i>in-vitro</i> experimental assessment of the XPV valve, along with an exploration of how valve size affects its hemodynamic performance. Results confirm that for a given hemodynamic condition, larger valves exhibit better performance showing lower flow velocities, <i>T</i> …
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
November 3, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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🎉 We are delighted to announce that @mosterwalder.bsky.social, research group leader in the cardiovascular (CVD) program, has been awarded the venia docendi (habilitation) for his research on Developmental Biology. 👉 tinyurl.com/28r7da55 @medfacultyunibe.bsky.social
October 14, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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#Call for Postdoc.Mobility. Expand your #research experience with a stay abroad. If you would like to find out more about this call, take part in our online information event on 17. November 2025.

➡️ sohub.io/51a4
🗓️Submission deadline: 3 February 2026
November 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM
New publication: Impact of alirocumab on neoatherosclerosis formation and vessel healing after drug-eluting stent implantation in patients with acute myocardial infarction: a substudy of the PACMAN-AMI trial. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40824411/
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Impact of alirocumab on neoatherosclerosis formation and vessel healing after drug-eluting stent implantation in patients with acute myocardial infarction: a substudy of the PACMAN-AMI trial - PubMed
Higher on-treatment levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in statin-treated patients were reportedly associated with the occurrence of neoatherosclerosis after drug-eluting stent (DES) implantation. We aimed to investigate the impact of alirocumab added to high-intensity statin therapy on ne …
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
October 28, 2025 at 11:23 AM
The Cardiovascular Research Cluster Bern (CVRC) Celebrates its 10th Anniversary!!

Check out the Event Summary in our website www.cvrc.unibe.ch/about_us/cvr...

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October 27, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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🫀 Last chance to submit your abstract!
The LS² Cardiovascular Research Meeting 2026 is taking place on 13-14 January 2026, University of Bern (UniS)Join us for talks, posters, networking & dinner!

⏰ Deadlines:
Abstracts: 2 Nov 2025
Registration: 12 Dec 2025: meetings.ls2.ch/cardiovascul...
October 27, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Want to attend meetings & present your work?
LS2 & SCNAT are offering PhD Travel Grants (up to CHF 1400) for conferences between Mar-Sep 2026!
You must present (poster or talk) + be an LS2 member.
🗓️ Apply by March 1, 2026: www.ls2.ch/funding/trav...
#TravelGrant #Conference #PhD
October 23, 2025 at 9:38 AM
New publication: Interdisciplinary periprocedural management of patients undergoing transapical tmvi with the tendyne™ system: A narrative review and institutional experience. Congratulations to the authors! pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40811142/
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Interdisciplinary periprocedural management of patients undergoing transapical tmvi with the tendyne™ system: A narrative review and institutional experience - PubMed
TMVI with the Tendyne™ valve provides a viable and effective treatment for selected patients with symptomatic moderate to severe MR. Optimal outcomes are dependent on meticulous interdisciplinary coll...
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October 21, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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October 16, 2025 at 9:20 AM
New publication: Hemolysis Induced by Pulsed-Field Ablation of Atrial Arrhythmias: A Comparative Analysis of Current Systems. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40775742/
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Hemolysis Induced by Pulsed-Field Ablation of Atrial Arrhythmias: A Comparative Analysis of Current Systems - PubMed
Hemolysis levels vary significantly among PFA platforms. Focal PFA catheters induce less hemolysis per procedure and application compared to large-footprint catheters.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
October 14, 2025 at 11:24 AM
New publication: Electrosurgical Laceration and Stabilization of Clip Followed by Transapical Mitral Valve Replacement after Failed Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Mitral Valve Repair: A Promising Alternative to Surgery. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40742024/
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Electrosurgical Laceration and Stabilization of Clip Followed by Transapical Mitral Valve Replacement after Failed Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Mitral Valve Repair: A Promising Alternative to Surgery - ...
Surgical intervention in patients with failed edge-to-edge mitral valve repair carries a high risk of complications. The ELASTA-clip technique, combined with transapical mitral valve replacement, offe...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
September 17, 2025 at 3:08 PM
New publication: Beneficial APD-shortening effects, but deleterious negative inotropism of IKs-activator Docosahexaenoyl glycine (DHA-gly) in long QT syndrome type 2. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40794559/
#CVRCBern
Beneficial APD-shortening effects, but deleterious negative inotropism of IKs-activator Docosahexaenoyl glycine (DHA-gly) in long QT syndrome type 2 - PubMed
DHA-gly-induced IKs enhancement shows promising results in shortening APD/QT in LQT2 rabbits, while having no effect on LQT1 (impaired IKs). However, its adverse effect on cardiac contractility, even ...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
September 16, 2025 at 6:49 AM
New publication: Influence of pericyte-like vessel dilation on RBC flux in an In Vitro microvascular network. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40769421/
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Influence of pericyte-like vessel dilation on RBC flux in an In Vitro microvascular network - PubMed
Efficient oxygen delivery in the brain relies on a finely tuned balance between vascular architecture and dynamic flow regulation. While red blood cells (RBCs) passively flow through the capillary net...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
September 15, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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Am 06.09.2025 fand die Nacht der Forschung an der #unibern statt. Rund 10‘000 Besuchende folgten der Einladung. Wir haben einige Highlights zusammengefasst: www.uniaktuell.unibe.ch/2025/das_war...

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Das war die Nacht der Forschung 2025
Rund 10’000 Besucherinnen und Besucher tauchten in die Nacht der Forschung ein – und begegneten Hunderten Forscherinnen und Forschern der Universität Bern. Impressionen von einem bunten Fest des…
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September 8, 2025 at 3:22 PM
New publication: Rocker or pump? Transcriptomic response of endothelial cells exposed to peristaltic pump-based unidirectional flow vs. rocker-induced bidirectional flow. Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40746301/
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Rocker or pump? Transcriptomic response of endothelial cells exposed to peristaltic pump-based unidirectional flow vs. rocker-induced bidirectional flow - PubMed
Rocking-platform perfusion systems rely on hydrostatic pressure differences to perfuse cells in organ-on-chip devices. These systems are popular due to their tubing-free design, which facilitates para...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
September 10, 2025 at 11:38 AM
New publication: Protocol of the exploratory prospective observational PEAK study: PrEcision medicine in the management of cardiovascular surgery associated Acute Kidney Injury (AKI). Congratulations to the authors!
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40744512/
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Protocol of the exploratory prospective observational PEAK study: PrEcision medicine in the management of cardiovascular surgery associated Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) - PubMed
NCT06471621.
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September 9, 2025 at 7:59 AM
New publication: Vascular Graft and Endograft Infections: A Delphi Consensus Document on Terminology, Definitions, Treatment, Outcomes, Follow Up, and Reporting Standards. Congratulations to the authors! pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40744353/
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Vascular Graft and Endograft Infections: A Delphi Consensus Document on Terminology, Definitions, Treatment, Outcomes, Follow Up, and Reporting Standards - PubMed
Consensus was achieved for 29 statements, which were developed to establish a common perception of VGEI and secondary aorto-enteric erosion/fistula, with the potential to improve research in this fiel...
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September 4, 2025 at 1:15 PM
The Cardiovascular Research Cluster (CVRC), will also present a variety of research and activities. You can find us at UniS, floor -1, room A-119 and hallway

Saturday, September 6 at 16:00h
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In zwei Tagen ist es soweit! Am 06.09.2025 findet die Nacht der Forschung auf der grossen Schanze statt! 👉 Im Programm stöbern und mehr entdecken: unibe.ch/ndf
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September 4, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Join us today! Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the CVRC!
September 3, 2025 at 1:06 PM