Super Early Bird Discount ends June 30, 2024 - register soon!

Registration includes:
Access to all general and concurrent sessions, round tables, poster sessions and exhibits (with light refreshments), the welcome reception on Sunday evening, and coffee breaks. Each attendee will receive one drink ticket per reception (Sunday through Wednesday evenings).  Lodging and food are not included with registration, but attendees must reserve their room, including meals, through Asilomar.  Click on the Venue and Travel tab on this page to access the reservation link to Asilomar.

Optional purchases:
Pre-Conference Meeting for Trainees ($25) - this session takes place Sunday, October 20 from 2:00-6:00pm, so make your travel plans accordingly
If you are not staying at Asilomar, but would like to have meals with other attendees, you can purchase your meals ahead of time, choose breakfasts, lunches, dinners or select them all.

Registration Rates

Super Early Bird Discount through June 30, 2024

*MCS members will need to enter a promocode in order to receive the member discounts.  This promocode will be provided to you by MCS.  Contact secretary@microcirc.org if you did not receive the promocode.

Early Bird Discount from July 1 through August 31, 2024

Regular Rates apply from September 1 through October 24, 2024

Onsite registrations will be charged an additional $50 per person.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be in writing. Cancellations received by September 15 will receive a refund less $100 processing fees. No refunds after September 15.

Anti‐Harassment and Code of Conduct Policy

The North American Vascular Biology Organization is dedicated to providing a harassment‐free conference experience for everyone, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, physical appearance, body size, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery are not appropriate for any conference venue. Conference participants violating these rules may be
sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers.
Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

• Verbal comments that reinforce social structures of domination related to gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age, religion or other areas of intimidation
• Sexual images in public spaces
• Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following
• Harassing photography or recording
• Sustained disruption of talks or other events
• Inappropriate physical contact
• Unwelcome sexual attention
• Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior

Participants asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. If a participant engages in harassing behavior, event organizers retain the right to take any actions to keep the event a welcoming environment for all participants. This includes warning the offender or expulsion from the conference with no refund.

Event organizers may take action to redress anything designed to, or with the clear impact of, disrupting the event or making the environment hostile for any participants. We expect participants to follow these rules at all event venues and event‐related social activities.

If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, please report it as soon as possible to any NAVBO staff person. Harassment and other code of conduct violations reduce the value of our event for everyone. You can make a report either personally or anonymously.

Reporting and Resolution

Any violation of this policy should be reported. If you experience or witness discrimination, harassment, or bullying, you are encouraged to make your unease or disapproval known to the individual at the time the incident occurs, but only if you are comfortable doing so. You are also urged to report any incident by:

• Filing a complaint with Bernadette Englert, the NAVBO Executive Officer (bernadette@navbo.org) or Sharon DeRosa Smolen, NAVBO Education Coordinator (sharon@navbo.org)
• You may also file a complaint with the HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) by visiting their web site: https://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/filing-a-complaint/index.html

Complaints should be filed as soon as possible after an incident. To ensure the prompt and thorough investigation of the complaint, the complainant should provide as much information as is possible, such as names, dates, locations, and steps taken. The Executive Officer will investigate the alleged violation.

Please note that filing a complaint with the conference organizer(s) is not required before filing a complaint of discrimination with HHS OCR, and that seeking assistance from the conference organizer in no way prohibits filing complaints with HHS OCR as well. If a participant has concerns of harassment, including sexual harassment, discrimination, and other forms of inappropriate conduct at NIH-supported conferences, you can also notify NIH. See the information on this web page: https://grants.nih.gov/grants/policy/harassment/find-help.htm

If an investigation results in a finding that an individual has committed a violation, the organizers will take the actions necessary to protect those involved in its activities from any future discrimination, harassment, or bullying, including in appropriate circumstances the removal of an individual from the current activity and a ban on participation in future activities.

Photography within sessions is STRICTLY PROHIBITED

You may not record, photograph or capture in anyway, slides projected on screens or posters on display.  

Late-Breaking Abstract deadline is September 20 at 5:00pmET

All late-breaking abstracts will be programmed as posters.

Instructions -  clear instructions are included within the submission form.  You will be able to enter and edit your abstract as often as you wish, but you must complete and submit it by August 1, 2024 at 5:00pmET.  Your title should not be longer than 250 characters and the abstract has a 1,750 character limit (including spaces and punctuation).  Although you can copy and paste from Word, some of your formatting may be lost, so please review.  Our system will provide you with a preview of your abstract (as it will appear in the program app) - be sure to use it to check for accuracy.

The meeting organizers reserve the right to reject any abstract. Abstracts are expected to pertain to an aspect of vascular biology and be of at least graduate school level (undergraduate students are eligible to submit abstracts). 

Topics - 

Bioengineering
Development
Diseases (Vascular and Cardiovascular)
Genetics
Inflammation
Malformations
Matrix Biology
Microcirculation
Signaling

Submit your abstract

Vascular Biology 2024 will feature several themes that are relevant to the vascular biology community: development and genetics, inflammation, malformations, matrix biology and bioengineering, mechanotransduction, microcirculation, and signaling. Join us in Monterey, CA.

Plan now to exhibit at this premiere event in the field of vascular biology. Meet with colleagues from around the world (on average 20-25% of our attendees are international)  and display your latest technology, supplies and equipment to professionals in the fields of vascular and cardiovascular biology.

Vascular Biology 2024 will provide in-depth, cross-disciplinary approaches to subject matter. This meeting brings together leading scientists in cell biology, signal transduction, microcirculation, neurobiology, developmental biology, immunology, cardiology, molecular biology, as well as pathology and physiology who have an underlying interest in vascular biology.  We expect 400 participants and approximately 200 abstracts.  Usually half of the attendees are senior investigators and about 25% are postdoctoral fellows.  The remainder of the attendees are a mix of graduate students and clinician-scientists.

We are joined this year by The Microcirculatory Society, whose focus will help to broaden the scope of our meeting program.

The meeting will feature prominent speakers, abstract presentations, poster presentations, round tables on Career Development and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and exhibits.

The research of our members covers the vast field of vascular biology with focus on angiogenesis, development, vascular disease, vascular regeneration, endothelial and smooth muscle cell biology, stem/progenitor cells, cell signaling, vascular remodeling in disease, bioengineering, vascular matrix biology, inflammation, atherosclerosis, hypertension, endothelial-leukocyte interactions, vessel calcification, lymphatic biology – to name a few.

Download the Exhibitor Prospectus

or  Submit your Exhibitor Application on-line:  Follow this link

Vascular Biology 2024 will feature several themes relevant to the vascular biology community: development and genetics, inflammation, matrix biology and bioengineering, mechanotransduction, metabolism, microcirculation, signaling and vascular malformations. This is your opportunity to reach scientists in a variety of disciplines: cell biology, bioengineering, signal transduction, developmental biology, matrix biology, physiology, cardiology, pathology, molecular biology, to name a few, and gain added visibility for your organization by choosing from our wide array of support opportunities.

Diamond Partner Host the Welcome Reception on October 20, for a contribution of $20,000. In addition to the benefits received by our Strategic Partners (see below), your organization will receive complimentary exhibit space (up to two booths), a banner ad on the NAVBO website for two years, will be featured on the opening screen of our mobile event app, receive acknowledgement on exclusive signage at the Reception, and a complimentary full page ad on the inside cover of the Summer Newsletter.

Platinum Partner (contribution of $15,000) will be named as the sponsor of one of our poster session receptions and will receive all the benefits received by our Strategic Partners plus a complimentary exhibit booth, a banner ad on the NAVBO web site for one year, a full page ad in our upcoming Newsletter, and additional signage at the meeting.

Gold Partner (contribution $10,000 to $14,999) will obtain the benefits associated with a Strategic Partner, plus a full-page ad in our upcoming Newsletter, a banner ad on our web site for nine months, and be listed as a Gold Partner on meeting signage. In addition, a Gold Partner may choose to support a particular session and be recognized as a Supporter of the session in the meeting program (mobile app).

Strategic Partner (contribution $5,000 to $9,999) will receive acknowledgement on all promotional materials, newsletters and the meeting web site, and at the meeting in signage, slides, and a banner ad on the NAVBO web site for six months.* You will also receive a complimentary half-page ad in an upcoming Newsletter. A Strategic Partner may choose to support a particular refreshment/coffee break and be acknowledged for this onsite. You may add a pdf insert to our “virtual conference bag.”

Event Partner (contribution $2,500-$4,999) will receive acknowledgement on promotional materials, the web site, signage, and the newsletter.* You may add a pdf insert to our “virtual conference bag.”

Additional Opportunities:
Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Partners may choose to reserve complimentary exhibit space in the poster sessions for exhibiting products or literature. NAVBO staff can set up and maintain your booth.  If a representative is sent to man the space, his/her registration fee will be waived; however, all travel and lodging expenses will be the responsibility of the “partner.” This representative will be permitted to attend all sessions, breaks and receptions.

Contributor For educational grants up to $2,499, an organization will be recognized as a “Contributor” and will be
acknowledged as such on promotional materials, the meeting web site, the mobile app, and in the newsletter.*

Literature Table ($500 for one 6’ draped classroom table, no signage provided)
Displays will be set up near the session area and are available to non-profit organizations, government agencies and academic or medical institutions only.

For all contributors and partners:
If you choose, your organization’s logo, in addition to its name, may be included on above mentioned promotional materials.   Names (or logos) of partners will have a link to the organization’s web site from our web site.

No sponsor or partner may have influence in the programming of this meeting.

* Acknowledgement is contingent upon funding being received prior to production of any printed piece and must be confirmed by October 1, 2023, to assure recognition in the final Program.

If you have any questions, please contact Bernadette Englert at (301) 760-7745 or via email at bernadette@navbo.org

Please complete the form - Thank you for your support

Baby Sitting Services

Childcare services are available through Art on Wheels.  This group can come to Asilomar or you can opt to bring your child to their facility.  Please visit their web site for more details: https://www.artonwheelsmontereykids.com/ or call them at 831-403-9192 and speak to Nicole McCauley. Parents/guardians must make all arrangements directly with Art on Wheels; NAVBO will not be responsible for or involved in any of the arrangements. You can, however, apply for a childcare grant to help cover the cost of this service.

The North American Vascular Biology Organization does not endorse this service.  It is the meeting participant's responsibility to verify the appropriateness of the service and make reservations.

Childcare Grants

Small grants up to $500 per family are available for meeting attendees who are bringing young children to a meeting or who incur extra expenses for childcare during the meeting. Grants are available for Vascular Biology 2024.

Apply Online

To apply, complete the online childcare grant application by the deadline below.

Child Care Grant Application

Deadline to submit an application is August 31, 2024

Allowable Expenses: 

• Child care expenses at the site of the meeting*
• Extra child/dependent care expenses at home incurred because the primary caregiver was attending the meeting (such as overtime at a child care center, cost of a sitter, etc.)
• Expenses incurred in bringing a caregiver and/or dependent

Receipts will be required for all reimbursement.

*NAVBO does not provide or recommend child care providers and does not assume responsibility or liability for child care services of any sort. It is the responsibility of the parent(s) or guardian(s) to thoroughly investigate all child care providers.

Receipts for all expenses are required and you will receive your reimbursement once receipts are submitted after the meeting.

Unallowable Expenses:

• Regular home-based child/dependent care expenses
• Travel or other expenses related to the attendee’s participation in the meeting (including meeting registration, meals, travel to the meeting, or other expenses the attendee would already be incurring by attending the meeting)
• Food
• Tickets to local museums, amusement parks, etc.

Selecting Grants

If the number of requests for grants exceeds the funding, preference will be given to applicants in the early stages of their careers.

Application Misrepresentation

NAVBO reserves the right to deny funds to applicants who misrepresent their funding needs.

Changes in Circumstances

If the need for your grant changes between when you applied and the date of the Meeting, you must notify NAVBO to explain. You will be notified if your need is still eligible for funding.