Recognizing Diversity of Cells, Systems, and Individuals to Advance Arrhythmia Therapy

The conference is held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of early career stages, afternoon free time, and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with peers in the field.

Disorders of heart rhythm are leading causes of sudden death and stroke. Recent progress in elucidating molecular, cellular, and systems level mechanisms have promoted new concepts that are inspiring more effective treatment strategies. The 2025 Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) on Cardiac Arrhythmia Mechanisms will emphasize fundamental concepts and the multiscale nature of cardiac arrhythmia mechanisms. Sessions will cover from ion channel function and regulation to understanding arrhythmias beyond the myocyte level, highlighting adipocytes, fibroblasts, and immune cells. Lastly, sessions will also feature emerging translational and computational perspectives along with revolutionary concepts in the field.

The long-term objective of this meeting is to provide a forum for junior investigators to engage in focused discussion on the latest discoveries in the field of cardiac arrhythmia mechanisms and to pave the way to the scientific atmosphere of the GRC. The meeting especially fosters both the professional and personal development of trainees as they will be involved in a panel discussion with junior and senior mentors with advice about career pathways. We encourage GRS attendees to participate in the following GRC meeting to learn from current and emerging thought leaders in arrhythmia biology, investigators from complementary scientific disciplines, and many early-stage investigators with promising careers.