More than 14 million Americans are currently living with heart rhythm disorders, the primary cause of heart disease-related disability and death. The Heart Rhythm Society has positioned itself to be the preeminent organization for promoting research to end death and suffering from heart rhythm disorders. Our objectives, guided by the Strategic Plan, are to:

• Enhance the society's strategic research agenda.
• Increase funding to support the society's research agenda
• Increase the leadership, presence and visibility of heart rhythm researchers within the Society
• Increase support for rigorous outcome studies evaluating benefits of emerging technologies and clinical practices

		Heart Rhythm Society Research Forum Update: HRS Research Forum Report Available Online. The full report from the HRS Research Forum: A Vision for Our Research Future, held December 14 – 15, 2010, is now available online. The report summarizes the discussions and recommendations of the forum, which aimed to develop both a vision and practical approaches for future arrhythmia research. Learn more and download Forum documents »
		Research Recommendations Expert Consensus Report on SCD Prediction and Prevention, from a Heart Rhythm Society and National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Workshop, outlines the expert consensus, identifies knowledge gaps and makes six specific research recommendations. Learn more »
		Supporting Clinical Research An innovative approach to foster clinical research in heart rhythm disorders is the concept of a Heart Rhythm "TrialNet" — creating a database that effectively links research sponsors, patient advocacy organizations and practice sites as well as providing an update-to-date listing of clinical trials. Learn more and take survey now »

Since the January 2009 adoption of the strategic plan there have been numerous discussions relative to the Society's research role and commitment. With the efforts of two Research Task Forces, the initiative has moved forward. Already great strides have been made, but the opportunities are still vast and exciting!

More from the Society

• HRS Research Fellowships
  The Heart Rhythm Society has established post-doctoral fellowships in cardiac electrophysiology (visit the Professional Education section to learn more) to encourage research training for individuals interested in basic or clinical research related to heart rhythm issues (list of previous awardees). 2011-2012 Society Research Fellowships include a one year stipend of $50,000 and complimentary registration to the Heart Rhythm Society's Annual Scientific Sessions.
  • Watch interviews now on the impact of the Society's Research Fellowships on the EP field, patient care, research funding in today's environment and the importance of funding.
• Visit the Health Policy section of this website to view updates on NIH funding and research policies as well as funding opportunities for basic scientists and clinical trial updates, as well as clinical trial and research news.