The Tucson Myofilament Meeting is an international 3.5-day Sarver Heart Center conference that brings together approximately 250 scientists focused on the structure and function of the myofilaments that comprise the contractile machinery of muscle. Spanning topics from molecular biophysics to heart and skeletal muscle disease mechanisms and drug development, the meeting is known for its highly interactive, collaborative, and informal atmosphere, with strong engagement of early career investigators.
Traditionally held biennially at the University of Wisconsin, the meeting will continue at the University of Arizona beginning in May 2026, offering a distinctive Tucson setting that fosters scientific exchange and community building.
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Arizona Alumni Magazine Highlights Sarver Heart Center Research
March 2026
A feature in Arizona Alumni Magazine explores Dr. Hesham Sadek’s work on repurposing FDA-approved drugs to treat rare cardiovascular diseases and advance translational discovery at the Sarver Heart Center.
Sarver Heart Center Launches AZ-Heart
November 24, 2025
A new initiative to address heart health challenges through research, discovery, and collaboration.
New NIH-Funded Project to Improve Radiation Injury Treatments
November 19, 2025
Multi-institution research led by Sarver investigators aims to improve treatment strategies for accidental radiation exposure.
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May 23, 2026
Myofilament Meeting 2026
A gathering of investigators and trainees focused on muscle biology and cardiovascular science.