Vascular Metabolism and Inflammation Lab
@KroonLab
Jeffrey Kroon, Associate Professor /PI at the department of Experimental Vascular Medicine at Amsterdam UMC, location AMC, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
It was a pleasure presenting our work on the pathophysiology of Lp(a) in ASCVD and AVS at #ISFA2025 in Bangkok. What a great conference with fantastic colleagues it was!
In recent weeks, our focus has been on the EAS Congress and the new Consensus Statement, but we mustn't forget about our recent AtheroTalk episodes. One of them addresses the question: How do you build confidence and momentum early in your research career? Prof. @KroonLab shares…
The 93rd EAS Congress commentary is Onlife! Written by @KroonLab, @Charis_Oxford & me 🎉 Fancy reliving it? Grab a coffee ☕️ & have a read 👉 shorturl.at/RbFde Fun Fact: there’s a nod to a classic Scottish song dating back to the 1745… can you spot it?
It was such a pleasant experience to join #AtheroTalk and be interviewed by @azinkh96 @PGolforoush , where I shared my perspective on navigating the unpredictable world of academic science. Thank you #EASYoungFellows and all behind the scenes! @EASCongress @society_eas
🎙️#AtheroTalk episode 12 is out! Prof. Jeffrey Kroon joins us to share insights on thriving in academic science, from grant writing to leading cutting-edge research. Tune in for bold advice and real talk on moving your career forward. 🎧Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4rEfFI…
We are going to trade in our lab coats for Christmas sweaters - we wish you all you happy holidays! ✨
EAS supports young scientists with great opportunities for #EASCongress2025!🔹Young Investigator Awards (€2,000 prizes)🔹Fellowships for abstract/oral presenters (35 & under)🔹Travel Grants Check eligibility & apply: bit.ly/40BYKsU
The distinct inflammatory and histological features observed in carotid plaques among 👫 w/ hsCRP levels ≥2 mg/L underscore the utility of hsCRP as a potent identifier for patients harboring high-risk plaques 🔗atherosclerosis-journal.com/article/S0021-… @society_eas @KroonLab @mm0kry
Plasma C-reactive protein is associated with a pro-inflammatory and adverse plaque phenotype 🔗atherosclerosis-journal.com/article/S0021-… @society_eas @atherosociety @KroonLab @mm0kry @ELS_Cardiology #EASSoMe #CvPrev
Enjoyed the GRC on Lipoprotein Metabolism to the fullest! Excellent science, amazing colleagues and memorable moments. It was a pleasure presenting our data on the pathophysiology of Lp(a). Huge thanks to the chairs @MarlysLPA and @SahooDaisy! Looking forward to the next one.
It was a pleasure to co-chair the GRC on Lipoprotein Metabolism with the estimable @SahooDaisy! Wonderful international representation from 12 countries! Many contributors from Canada including @MBBoffa and our amazing @SchulichMedDent trainees @JuliaStJohn253 and Justin Clark!
It’s time to vote for the future of the #EAS. It is my pleasure to be one of the candidates eligible as ordinary Member responsible for the interaction with the National societies. Time to vote if you have not done yet. I look forward to meet all of you in #glasgow for #EAS2025
The EAS Executive Committee Elections 2024 are now open! 🎉 We encourage all individual members to participate. Make sure to read the eligibility criteria carefully. Your vote matters! eas.to/Elec2024Vot
#EASCongress2024 concluded successfully with high scientific value & unforgettable networking. We are working tirelessly to craft the best program for the #EASCongress2025 which will be held in #Glasgow! #EASSPC committee 93rd EAS Congress Date: May 4-7, 2025 #EAS2025, Glasgow,…
🎉 Huge congratulations to Dr. Anh-Co Khanh Truong for brilliantly defending her thesis last Tuesday! 🎓👏 Guided by Prof. Carmeliet (@Carmelietlab) and Dr. Becker (@Becker_LisaM), her great work truly impressed us all. As an external jury member, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Excellent day of science at the DAS 2024. Thanks all for contributing to the symposium of the Dutch Atherosclerosis Society and congrats to the awards winners. #das2024
Only 9 days left! 💫 DAS 2024 - 23 • 5 • 2024👩🔬👨🏽⚕️ Register today! 👉🏽 bit.ly/das2024_regist… Check the program 👇🏽 bit.ly/das2024_program @htfigi #DAS2024 @Menn0 @Rensen_Lab @NielsPR @SluimerJudith @j_rvl Marit Westerterp Ilze Bot @swvanderlaan @KroonLab
📢Topic editors, Yvonne Döring (@YvonneDoring), Jeffrey Kroon, Raquel Guillamat-Prats (@Rakip), and Emiel Van Der Vorst, welcome article submissions to their new Research Topic. ⏰Deadline: 26th April 2024 More info here: fro.ntiers.in/CVD #CardiovascularDisease #Omics
We are working on some cool merchandise for IVBM 2024!! What do you think? Any great ideas?? Let us know and perhaps your idea can be on one of our IVBM 2024 shirts!! 😊👇
What do you know about #Lpa? Discover the ground-breaking insights into #Lpa's complex atherogenicity in the latest study led by @DzoboKim from the @KroonLab, unveiling the significant impact of #Lpa-associated diacylglycerols and lysophosphat... @Lpa_doc ahajrnls.org/3T35JGW
IVBM 2024 in Amsterdam. Our venue?? 👉BEURS VAN BERLAGE! 😎 Right in the center of old historic Amsterdam!