
23rd Annual Scientific Sessions:
Aging as a Gateway to
Cardiovascular-Metabolic
Research
Osaka, Japan 26-29 October 2026

23rd Annual Scientific Sessions:
Aging as a Gateway to
Cardiovascular-Metabolic
Research
Osaka, Japan 26-29 October 2026
23rd Annual Scientific Sessions:
Aging as a Gateway to Cardiovascular-Metabolic Research
Osaka, Japan 26-29 October 2026
Discover Osaka: Experience the Future of Cardiovascular-Metabolic and Aging Research
We are delighted to invite you to the 23rd Annual Meeting of the Society for Heart and Vascular Metabolism (SHVM 2026), to be held in Osaka, Japan, from Monday, October 26th to Thursday, October 29th, 2026, at the Osaka International Convention Center (12F Special Conference Hall).
In keeping with the long-standing tradition of SHVM meetings, SHVM 2026 Osaka will bring together investigators from around the world to create a vibrant forum for the open exchange of ideas. The meeting will promote close scientific interactions between early-career researchers and established leaders, fostering an inclusive and collegial atmosphere that inspires new collaborations across disciplines.
Scientific Theme: “Aging as a Gateway to Cardiovascular-Metabolic Research”
Aging is increasingly recognized not merely as a background process, but as a central biological driver integrating cardiovascular, metabolic, and systemic pathophysiology.
SHVM 2026 Osaka will explore how aging-related mechanisms shape cardiovascular-metabolic diseases and open new therapeutic opportunities. The scientific program will span basic discovery, translational research, and clinical investigation, featuring sessions on emerging mechanisms, novel biomarkers, and innovative therapeutic strategies. Distinguished international faculty and rising investigators will share cutting-edge insights into fundamental biology, as well as future directions for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular-metabolic diseases.
Why Osaka?
Osaka is a dynamic global city at the heart of Japan, renowned for its openness, rich culinary culture, and strong tradition in biomedical science and medicine. As a major hub for cardiovascular and metabolic research, Osaka offers a unique environment where cutting-edge science meets international collaboration.
With excellent accessibility, vibrant urban life, and a welcoming spirit, Osaka provides an ideal setting for SHVM 2026. The Osaka International Convention Center, located along the riverside in central Osaka, offers a modern and inspiring venue that encourages both formal scientific exchange and informal discussion among colleagues from around the world.
Join Us
We believe that SHVM 2026 Osaka will offer an exceptional opportunity to engage with outstanding science while building lasting professional connections in a stimulating and welcoming environment. We warmly invite both long-standing members of the SHVM community and first-time participants to join us for this exciting meeting.
Mark your calendars and join us in Osaka for SHVM 2026.
We look forward to welcoming you.
See you in Osaka!
Ippei Shimizu
Osaka, Japan
(Chair)
Luc Bertrand
Brussels, Belgium
Linda R. Peterson
St. Louis, MO, USA
Lisa Heather
Oxford, United Kingdom
Adam R. Wende
Birmingham, AL, USA
E. Dale Abel
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Motohiro Nishida
Fukuoka, Japan
Simon Sedej
Graz, Austria
Kaitlyn Dennis
Oxford, United Kingdom
Bellina Mushala
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Mark E. Pepin
Stanford, CA, USA