UPCOMING EVENTS
2025
TCT Shark Tank Innovation Competition
October 25 - 28, San Francisco, CA, USA
This annual competition provides emerging med-tech developers and companies the opportunity to present to a panel of expert judges with the opportunity to win our $200,000.00 Award for Innovation in Cardiology. Submission must be relevant to the monitoring, diagnosis, or treatment of coronary, endovascular, or structural heart disease and meet all three of the following criteria: 1) addresses an unmet clinical need; 2) has preliminary patent application filed; and 3) includes preclinical or early human clinical data. The competition is open to technologies in interventional cardiology at all stages of development. The winner of TCT Shark Tank Innovation Competition will be announced at the conference.
CRF® and the Jon DeHaan Foundation to Launch TCT AI Lab at TCT® 2025
Immersive Experience Will Equip Clinicians with the Skills to Harness AI in Cardiovascular Medicine
NEW YORK AND NAPLES, FL – September 15, 2025 – The Cardiovascular Research Foundation® (CRF®)
and Jon DeHaan Foundation today announced the launch of the TCT AI Lab, a groundbreaking new program debuting at TCT® 2025, October 25–28 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.
The TCT AI Lab is a first-of-its-kind destination dedicated to integrating artificial intelligence into clinical
practice. Over three intensive days, clinicians will progress from the fundamentals of AI to hands-on
clinical applications – guided by leading innovators at the forefront of digital medicine.
“AI is transforming medicine, and cardiology is no exception,” said Juan F. Granada, MD, President and
Chief Executive Officer of CRF®. “The TCT AI Lab will give clinicians not just a window into this future,
but the skills and confidence to lead it – advancing precision, efficiency, and better outcomes for
patients worldwide.”
This transformative initiative is made possible through a generous grant from the Jon DeHaan Foundation, whose longstanding commitment to innovation continues to shape the future of cardiovascular care.
“The Jon DeHaan Foundation is proud to support the TCT AI Lab, which represents a bold step forward in equipping clinicians to embrace AI,” said Robert Schwartz, MD, President of the Jon DeHaan Foundation. “We believe that empowering physicians through education and training is essential to driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.”
“We are deeply grateful to the Jon DeHaan Foundation for their visionary partnership. Together, we are
helping clinicians not just keep pace with change, but lead the transformation of cardiovascular care,”
Dr. Granada added.
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​Inside the TCT AI Lab
Powered by CRF® & the Jon DeHaan Foundation
Sunday, October 26 – Tuesday, October 28
Participants will take part in an immersive curriculum combining lectures, tutorials, and interactive demonstrations:
*AI Fundamentals for Clinicians:
Build a strong foundation in AI concepts, understand algorithmic architecture, and gain the confidence to evaluate and apply AI tools.
*Real-World Applications
Explore how AI is already revolutionizing cardiovascular care from ECG analysis and coronary artery disease diagnosis to imaging interpretation and patient reporting.
*Hands-On Tutorials
Engage directly with the platforms and technologies driving AI innovation in clinical settings.
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More information is available at: https://www.tctconference.com/tct-ai-lab
About CRF® and TCT®
The Cardiovascular Research Foundation® (CRF®) is a global leader in interventional cardiovascular medicine, driving innovation, spearheading groundbreaking research, and transforming education in the field. Through its relentless pursuit of excellence, CRF® not only accelerates medical breakthroughs but also equips healthcare professionals with the tools and knowledge necessary to enhance survival rates and elevate the quality of life for millions worldwide. CRF®’s centers of excellence include the CRF® Skirball Center for Innovation, CRF® Clinical Trials Center, CRF® Center for Education, CRF® Digital, TCTMD®, and Structural Heart: The Journal of the Heart Team. Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics® (TCT®) is the annual scientific symposium of CRF® and the world’s premier educational meeting specializing in interventional cardiovascular medicine. Anchored in a legacy spanning over three decades, TCT® is a world-class educational experience featuring disruptive innovation, scientific breakthroughs, expert-led tutorials, hands-on training, and ample opportunities for networking and collaboration.
December 7 - 9, Tel Aviv, Israel
Deadline to Submit: October 10
The Jon DeHaan Foundation will once again sponsor this event with it's $200,000.00 Award for Innovation in Cardiology. The competition is open to pre-seed and seed-stage med-tech startups companies from around the globe whose innovative solutions can be applied to cardiovascular diagnostics and interventions. Those selected will have the opportunity to present their innovations at ICI Meeting during a competition session.