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The Cardiovascular Research Institute of Vermont (CVRI) was founded in 2002 as an organization dedicated to reducing the incidence, morbidity, and mortality of heart and vascular diseases through improving prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Call for Applicants! Early Career Advisory Committee

Join an active committee involved in CVRI activities and cardiovascular interests!

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FOA | Bloomfield Early Career Professorship in Cardiovascular Research

Through an endowment established by Martin Bloomfield, MD ’60, the CVRI at UVM is excited to announce a unique funding opportunity for Early Career faculty members who are developing research programs related to cardiovascular diseases. A letter of intent is required by March 1st.

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Call for Abstracts | Viridis Montis Early Career Investigator Challenge

CVRI is excited to announce a call for abstracts for the 7th annual Viridis Montis Early Career Investigator Challenge in Cardiovascular Disease. Abstract submissions are due by 5:00 PM on March 2, 2026.

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Call for Abstracts | Viridis Montis Early Career Investigator Challenge

CVRI is excited to announce a call for abstracts for the 7th annual Viridis Montis Early Career Investigator Challenge in Cardiovascular Disease. Abstract submissions are due by 5:00 PM on March 2, 2026.

More details and application instructions
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Leadership

Governing oversight of CVRI is provided by a Board of Directors, comprised of the Director and members broadly representative of the diverse areas of ongoing cardiovascular research.
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News and Media

Cardiovascular Research Institute of Vermont Investigators often makes impactful headlines nationwide, locally, and globally across print, video, and social media. Please take a moment to explore the stories!
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Opportunities

Learn about the CVRI programs and funding available including travel awards, visiting professor seminar funding, mentorship and more.
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25th Annual Jim Ray Memorial Heart Ride

Support CVRI Research in honor of the millions impacted by heart disease and stroke.

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Developing the Next Generation of Scientists

Find more information about CVRI programs and upcoming events. Be sure to join CVRI's mailing list to get the latest information about events and activities!

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CVRI Visiting Professor Seminar Series

Each academic year, CVRI sponsors leaders in cardiovascular research to serve as visiting professors and provide a seminar addressing a cardiovascular topic and of interest to a broad audience. These visiting professors focus on interdepartmental interactions with our early career scientists.

Upcoming Visiting Professors