It is our great pleasure and privilege to invite you to participate in the ALPIC 2010 (Advanced Learning on Platelets International Course), the first Hellenic scientific event on Platelets, held in Metsovo, Greece, December 17-19, 2010, at Diaselo Conference Center. ALPIC 2010 will be organized by the University of Ioannina and under the auspices of the Hellenic Society of Cardiology.

This scientific event has an educational character and the programme is structured aiming to serve as a knowledge transfer forum for scientists in the various aspects of the Platelet research, ranging from the basic science to the clinical practice.

ALPIC 2010 will highlight the rapid development and ongoing evolution concerning the Platelet involvement in inflammation and atherogenesis as well as their important role in the thrombotic complications of plaque rupture. ALPIC 2010 will also discuss current knowledge in antiplatelet and antithrombotic therapy in patients with cardiovascular disease and will present recent advances in the development of new platelet inhibitors.

An internationally recognized panel of invited speakers will present state-of-the-art lectures on the above scientific fields and will create an excellent opportunity to stimulate an extended and very constructive discussion both inside and outside the meeting room.

The magnificent location and the picturesque landscapes offered by Metsovo, will add to the scientific quality of the presentations, making this event a remarkable one for all participants. The Organizers will spare no efforts to ensure that ALPIC 2010 will be an exciting and enriching experience.

We look forward to welcoming you all in Metsovo ιn December 2010.

With our best regards,