**1. Introduction**

In the field of cardiology, some of the most dramatic advances in recent years have come from understanding the molecular and cellular basis of cardiovascular disease. The knowledge of the pathological basis of disease in some cases allows the development of new strategies for prevention and treatment. This book was planned not only to convey the new facts of cardiovascular diseases but also to boost the excitement and challenges of research in the dynamic area of modern molecular and cellular biology of cardiology.
