The 2012 American heart association/American stroke association international stroke conference

Abstract

The 2012 International Stroke Conference was held in New Orleans (LA, USA)between the 1st and 3rd of February. The conference maintained a focus on young investigators and career advice, including a session by the NIH/NINDS on how to get funding, with additional special sessions and lunches devoted to stimulating young investigators. Another focus of the meeting was on translational science. The performance of a number of outstanding scientists was recognized. Here we list several highlights from the meeting in more detail. © 2012 Future Medicine Ltd.