An Invitation to Attend

We would like to welcome you to join us for Vasospasm 2011: The 11th International Conference on Neurovascular Events after Subarachnoid Hemorrhage (formerly the International Conference on Cerebral Vasospasm) to be held July 21-23, 2011 in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.

Vasospasm 2011 will engender a true translational and international ethos. Continuing the excellent tradition of previous meetings, we aim to address both clinical management strategies and basic science studies on cerebral vasospasm and neuronal damage occurring after SAH. This meeting format includes plenary sessions, workshops, and platform and poster presentations based on abstract submissions.

Despite intensive research effort, there is still no optimal clinical management strategy for SAH patients. This conference will focus on the neurovascular events following SAH, and how we can use this information to further clinical management strategies via translational and clinical research efforts. In order to maximize this effort, there will be a special White Paper session to formulate an International Consensus Document regarding the clinical management of SAH patients in a Neurocritical Care setting.

We are delighted to welcome COSBID investigators to this meeting. The Co-Operative Study on Brain Injury Depolarizations facilitates collaborative international research on cortical spreading depression, which complements our conference focus. We are pleased to announce their joint participation throughout the program.

Young investigators and early career practitioners and scientists are encouraged to participate with novel research ideas and compete for a range of awards, including Young Investigator, Bench to Bedside and Back Again, and The Next Big Idea.

Cincinnati is located on the banks of the river Ohio, and was founded in 1788, making it the first major inland city in America. Cincinnati boasts several fine restaurants, historic architecture and many opportunities for sightseeing. Cincinnati is a great family destination, with professional athletics, beautiful parks and attractions such as Coney Island Amusement Park and King’s Island Theme Park, world-class performing arts, and a vibrant nightlife.

We believe that this conference will build on previous meetings, and lead to a greater understanding of the multidisciplinary nature of SAH research and management, from molecular events to clinical trials and treatment.

We look forward to meeting all of you in July 2011!