We are excited to celebrate Akl Fahed’s appointment as an Associate Editor of JACC: Advances beginning in April 2026.

The appointment comes as the journal enters a new phase with an expanded editorial team and a growing emphasis on emerging areas in cardiovascular medicine, including genomics and machine learning.

Akl’s new editorial role reflects his continued commitment to advancing rigorous and innovative cardiovascular research and supporting the broader scientific community through peer review, mentorship, and scientific communication.

Congratulations to Akl on this exciting new role!