On Monday, March 10, and Tuesday, March 11, we, together with our partner the Dutch Heart Foundation, organized two successful networking events. These events focused on strengthening collaboration in cardiovascular research and fostering the development of new ideas. Both events revolved around two new research grants: the open call for consortia and the Team Science Dekker grant, both aligned with the national cardiovascular agenda.

Open Call for Consortia

Monday’s event centered on the open call for consortia. This well-attended gathering provided a platform for participants to discuss various themes within the national cardiovascular agenda. A wide range of ideas was pitched, from early-stage concepts to more developed proposals. Participants engaged in discussions that enriched ideas and, in some cases, led to new connections between different areas of expertise. The positive atmosphere and the frequent feedback that attendees left feeling inspired confirm that it was a successful meeting.

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Team Science Dekker Grant

On Tuesday, the networking event for the Team Science Dekker grant took place, with a focus on junior researchers. In a welcoming setting, inspiring presentations were given by working group members involved in the various themes of the cardiovascular agenda. Participants from different disciplines got to know each other during a lively speed-dating session and had the opportunity to seek advice from working group members. By the end of the evening, many attendees left with fresh insights and valuable connections for developing their research proposals. We hope this event will lead to exciting new collaborations and meaningful networks.

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We look back on two very successful days filled with inspiration and collaboration. We thank everyone for their contributions and enthusiasm. We hope the discussions and connections made during these events will lead to valuable new initiatives in cardiovascular research.