Matthew K. Armstrong
Assistant Professor, Syracuse University (USA)

Lecture title:
Circulating the globe for cardiovascular research: from physiology to epidemiology
This lecture outlines a global academic journey spanning three continents, highlighting pivotal research contributions in invasive blood pressure variability, pediatric lipid epidemiology, and the vascular health in cancer survivors. Now director of the Applied Cardiovascular Physiology Lab at Syracuse University, Dr. Armstrong will discuss his current work utilizing novel vascular biomarkers, machine learning, and lifestyle interventions to combat accelerated vascular aging. Ultimately, the presentation highlights the importance of translating cardiovascular research from clinical physiology to large-scale epidemiology in driving clinical solutions.

About the speaker
Dr. Matthew K. Armstrong is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Performance at Syracuse University, where he directs the Applied Cardiovascular Physiology Lab. He received his B.Sc. in the United Kingdom and completed his Ph.D. in Cardiovascular Physiology at the Menzies Institute for Medical Research in Australia before pursuing a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Iowa. Dr. Armstrong’s research spans three continents and focuses on uncovering the mechanisms of cardiovascular dysfunction and identifying novel biomarkers to improve the assessment of cardiovascular health. He has published 28 peer- reviewed papers in high-impact journals, including JAMA Cardiology and Hypertension, and his work has been recognized with the 2022 Journal of Human Hypertension Young Investigator Award. Currently, he serves on the Young Investigator Committee for the North American Association for Research into Arterial Structure and Physiology (Artery).