High-Altitude Health Challenges
A significant population resides in the Great
Himalayas and other high-altitude (HA) regions
worldwide. Notably, millions of individuals fromlowland or Sealand areas journey to these regions
for various purposes, including duty, recreation,and mountaineering. The hypobaric hypoxia
prevalent in these altitudes poses challenges toliving and may lead to multiple acute and chronic
illnesses. High-altitude pulmonary hypertension
and mountain sickness rank among the majordiseases affecting a large population from highmountains; likewise, sojourners suffer from these
altitude disorders. In recent years, we haveincluded cardiopulmonary diseases and cardiac
specialists in this Symposium. The aspirational
goal of high-altitude research, focusing on
predisposition and preventive measures before
embarking on high-altitude journeys, alsostrongly aligns with global health promotion,
which emphasizes illness prevention as essential
for improving the population's overall health.
Furthermore, the entire Himalayan belt ispopulated, with robust border defense in place.
Consequently, discussions aimed at enhancing
survival under hypobaric hypoxia by preventing
associated disorders will offer valuable insights
to attendees. This will greatly bolster researchendeavors within our nation, given theconsiderable
importanceandinterestinhigh-altitude disorders. Additionally, Civil andDefense Organizations, along with pharmaceuticalcompanies, stand to gain from participation inthis symposium.

Research and Collaborations
The Leh symposium presents an interdisciplinary
strategy for addressing pulmonary hypertension
under both normobaric and hypobaric hypoxia
conditions. It serves as an initiative to deepen ourcomprehension of life's pathophysiologicalfacets, enhance existing technical skills andtherapeutics, and elucidate predisposing factors
for targeted everyday therapeutics. Notably, thisSymposium has fostered numerous international
collaborations among clinicians and researchers,
earning it global recognition and respect. In
essence, the convergence of esteemed nationalandinternational
researchers,
physicians,professors, medical and industrial professionals,
as well as young scientists and students, offers
abundant opportunities to glean insights into fieldadvancements and acquire novel strategies forpatient care. Emerging clinical researchers injecta dynamic, competitive, and invigorating
atmosphere into the discourse.Thus, our biennialconference, established since 2010, significantly

contributes to the global mission of raisingawareness,fostering
research,andpromoting the development of innovative
drug targets for pulmonary vasculardiseases. Notably, our team has undertaken
twomajor
therapeuticexpeditions—INDEX2020 and 2022 (INDEX:India-Leh-dexamethasone-expedition)—withsuccess.

Healthcare
We
have
been
fortunatethatseveralPharmaceuticalandBiologicalindustries/companies have been part of thisSymposium. Participation in the Leh symposium
offers biotech and pharma companies a unique
opportunity to engage with a diverse array of
stakeholders and gain insights into the latest
advancements and challenges in the field. By
networkingwithrenowned
nationalandinternational
researchers,
physicians,andprofessionals, these companies can stay at theforefront of innovation and identify new avenues
for research and development. Additionally, theirinvolvement in the symposium underscores theircommitment to promoting equity and diversity inhealthcare.

ThemeThe 7th International Leh Symposium 2024,
centeredon ‘Molecular Mechanisms andTherapeutics of Hypoxic Lung,’ is meticulously
crafted to feature cutting-edge presentations byfield experts. Subsequent discussions aim topinpoint potential predisposing markers/targets.
A dynamic scientific program, including oral andposter presentations, renders the symposium an
optimal platform for sharing information andresults with international experts/researchers
from both science and industry fields.

Venue
The venue of our scientific event is in Ladakh, aland of spirituality with mystic Lamas and a
traveler’s paradise with mighty mountains andhigh passes with their splendid beauty. Set withina renowned International Meditation Centre, theconference center embodies the ethos of‘Meditation in Action’ and ‘Compassion in Action,’offering attendees a glimpse into India's richcultural heritage and emphasizing the profoundconnection between nature and the soul.
Moreover, the presence of the Mahabodhi Hospital
underscores
thecommitmentto holistic
well-being and compassionate care.