Division of cardiology
At the Division of Cardiology we conduct research in a broad spectrum of cardiology
The division consists of three research groups which in turn are subdivided into smaller scientifically independent groups. We conduct research in the major cardiovascular areas including ischemic heart disease, coronary artery disease/atherosclerosis, heart failure, valvular disease, and cardiac arrhythmias as well as lifestyle style problems. The research is based on clinical problems investigated in the experimental laboratory-based projects and in clinical studies. Below you can read more about the groups and the specific projects conducted in these areas.
Research areas
Novel mechanisms and treatments for coronary artery disease and myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury Research leader leader John Pernow
Diabetes and cardiovascular disease Team leader Lars Rydén
Heart failure with reduced and preserved ejection fraction. Clinical
and translational aspects Team leader Lars H Lund
Heart failure: device research Team leader Cecilia Linde
Molecular cardiology Group leader Francesco Cosentino
Cardiovascular prevention (focusing lifestyle) Mai-Lis Hellénius

Division leader
Professor John Pernow
Telephone: 08-517 758 76
Unit: Research group J Pernow
E-mail: John.Pernow@ki.se