Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems (CCS)

Section Information

Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems research focuses on the structure, function, physiology, and pathology of the heart and vascular system. It examines mechanisms of cardiovascular regulation, disease development, diagnostic approaches, and therapeutic interventions aimed at improving cardiac health and preventing cardiovascular conditions.

Modern cardiovascular science incorporates molecular and cellular cardiology, imaging technologies, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, biomedical engineering, and clinical research. Advances in precision medicine, regenerative therapies, device technologies, and risk prediction models continue to transform cardiovascular care.

This section publishes research articles, clinical studies, reviews, and translational findings on cardiovascular physiology, heart disease mechanisms, diagnostics, prevention, treatment strategies, and innovations that contribute to improved cardiovascular outcomes.

Scope

Cardiovascular Physiology and Pathophysiology
- Cardiac function, hemodynamics, and vascular regulation
- Mechanisms of hypertension, atherosclerosis, and heart failure
- Endothelial biology and microvascular function
- Inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic influences
Clinical Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
- Diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease
- Heart failure, cardiomyopathy, valvular disease, and arrhythmias
- Cardiovascular risk factors and prevention strategies
- Cardio-oncology and cardiovascular complications of systemic diseases
Interventional and Surgical Cardiology
- Percutaneous coronary interventions and stent technologies
- Cardiac surgery, valve replacement, and structural interventions
- Endovascular procedures and vascular repairs
- Minimally invasive and image-guided interventions
Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Electrical conduction, arrhythmia mechanisms, and mapping
- Pacemakers, defibrillators, and electrophysiological devices
- Catheter ablation techniques and rhythm management
- Cardiac safety, autonomic regulation, and heart rate variability
Cardiovascular Imaging and Diagnostics
- Echocardiography, MRI, CT, and nuclear cardiology
- Vascular imaging and functional assessments
- Biomarkers, point-of-care diagnostics, and digital monitoring
- Artificial intelligence and computational diagnostics
Cardiovascular Pharmacology and Therapeutics
- Drugs for hypertension, heart failure, thrombosis, and lipid disorders
- Antiplatelet, anticoagulant, and antiarrhythmic agents
- Novel therapeutics, biologics, and gene-based interventions
- Pharmacogenomics and personalized cardiovascular therapy
Regenerative and Biomedical Cardiology
- Stem cell therapies and tissue engineering
- Cardiac repair, regeneration, and remodeling
- Biomaterials, implants, and cardiovascular devices
- Wearable sensors and remote cardiovascular monitoring
Population Health and Preventive Cardiology
- Epidemiology of cardiovascular disease
- Lifestyle interventions and behavioral medicine
- Screening programs and public health strategies
- Health disparities and global cardiovascular challenges