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KOVAS 2025: Heart, Mind, and Motion – The Power of Balance in the AI Era

KOVAS 2025: Heart, Mind, and Motion – The Power of Balance in the AI Era

KOVAS 2025

seoul grand intercontinental
Heart, Mind, and Motion – The Power of Balance in the AI Era

Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, Seoul, South Korea

seoul grand intercontinental

Endorsed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) 
Date: July 18–19, 2025 
Location: Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas, Seoul, South Korea 
 

The Korean Society of Vascular Science (KOVAS) is proud to host KOVAS 2025, an international congress endorsed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). This year’s theme, “Heart, Mind, and Motion: The Power of Balance in the AI Era”, explores the dynamic intersection of vascular health, exercise science, and artificial intelligence. 

Held in the heart of Seoul, this two-day event will bring together global leaders in cardiovascular medicine, exercise physiology, and digital health innovation to share cutting-edge research, clinical insights, and forward-thinking applications of AI in vascular care.  

ACSM members and certified professionals can register for the online portion for FREE using code KOVAS_DISCOUNT_2025

Pre-registration deadline to take advantage of free online offer is July 6!

Program Highlights 

  • Plenary & Special Lectures by world-renowned experts 
  • 18 Scientific Sessions covering: 
  • Vascular adaptations to exercise 
  • AI in cardiovascular diagnostics and lifestyle medicine 
  • Stress management and vascular health 
  • Innovations in vascular imaging and rehabilitation 
  • Satellite Symposia on industry-academic collaboration 
  • Poster presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities 

What Does ACSM Endorsement Mean? 

ACSM endorsement signifies that the KOVAS 2025 conference aligns with ACSM’s mission and values. Endorsement is granted through a formal review process by ACSM’s International Relations Committee, ensuring the event meets high standards of scientific and educational quality.  

About KOVAS  

The Korean Vascular Society (KOVAS) is a multidisciplinary academic society dedicated to advancing the science and clinical practice of vascular medicine. Since its inception, KOVAS has fostered collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and educators to promote innovation in cardiovascular research, education, and patient care. Through its annual conferences and international partnerships, KOVAS plays a leading role in shaping the future of vascular health in Korea and beyond. 

GSSI Pre-Conference

The Physiology of Hydration: More Than Water Alone

This session explores the physiology of hydration through an integrated lens—examining how carbohydrate, sodium, flavor, and fluid interact to influence intake, absorption, retention, and performance. We’ll review current research on fluid balance, osmotic drivers, and palatability, highlighting mechanisms that underpin voluntary intake and thermoregulation. Attendees will gain insight into individualized strategies, including sweat profiling and timing approaches, to optimize euhydration and mitigate performance decrements associated with >2% body-mass loss. Practical applications will be linked to laboratory- and field-based research, ensuring translation from bench to field. This pre-conference equips you with evidence-based tools to support athlete hydration across diverse environments and sporting contexts. 

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  • Session 1: Sweating the detail: New insights on hydration considerations for athlete performance
    • Lewis James, PhD, Associate Professor in Human Nutrition in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University
  • Session 2: Functional ingredients in fluid replacement beverages for athletes
    • Lindsay Baker, PhD, Director at the Gatorade Sports Science Institute
  • Session 3: The hydration toolkit: Practical approaches to athlete support
    • Floris Wardenaar, PhD, Associate Professor at the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University