Webinar Overview

Join ACC's Academic Cardiology Member Section for a "Shark Tank" style competition designed to bridge the gap between groundbreaking ideas and clinical reality. The Heart Tank is more than just a competition; it is a dynamic professional development forum where promising young investigators pitch their cardio-oncology research to a distinguished panel of leaders in the field. This session, focusing on cardio-oncology, provides a rare platform for rising researchers to showcase their work, gain high-level exposure, and receive rigorous, real-time feedback from the experts currently shaping the future of cardiovascular medicine. For the early career cardiologist and the broader academic community, this event offers a unique "masterclass" in research design. Learn the essential tools for constructing a successful study, from refining a methodology to defending the clinical impact of a proposal. Whether you are looking to sharpen your own pitching skills or want to see the latest cutting-edge research before it reaches publication, the Heart Tank provides the insights and inspiration needed to excel in the competitive landscape of academic cardiology. Learn more and submit your pitch here.

Key Objectives/Learning Outcomes:

• Master Critical Appraisal: Learn to evaluate research feasibility and clinical impact by observing expert critiques of novel proposals.
• Refine Methodology: Gain "behind-the-scenes" insights into the logic judges use to identify fundable, high-impact research.
• Expert Access: Hear directly from leaders in cardio-oncology on the current trends and standards of the field.
• Accelerate Your Project: Receive direct, actionable feedback from a distinguished panel to move your research from concept to execution.
• Gain National Exposure: Showcase your innovation to a broad audience of peers and established experts within the ACC.
• Build Your Network: Establish professional connections with the titans of academic cardiology to elevate your career trajectory.

Webinar Participants

Moderator: Eric H. Yang, MD, FACC
Richard K. Cheng, MD, FACC
Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE, FACC
Diego B. Sadler, MD, FACC

Credit Information

No credit is being offered for this webinar.