DEI Abstract Award
Purpose
The DEI Abstract Award recognizes the abstract that promotes HRS’ commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion.
Eligibility
This award is open to abstracts that involve:
- Research with a mission narrowing the gaps in EP Healthcare (Basic Science, Translational Research, Clinical Research, Community Initiatives, Partnership with Industry)
- Research performed at granular level with a focus on HRS-defined underrepresented race/ethnic groups (UREG) patients.
- Research with a focus on inequalities in application of available therapies in clinical electrophysiology.
- Research that highlights solutions on plugged or leaky pathway for a women and/or UREGs.
Award
Award recipients receive:
- Commemorative plaque
- Cash award of $1,500
- Complimentary registration to Heart Rhythm
- Honorary mention at the Heart Rhythm Awards Ceremony.
One runner-up will be determined during the DEI oral abstract session at Heart Rhythm annual meeting and will receive a Heart Rhythm Society Abstract Award certificate, a cash award of $500, and honorary mention during the Heart Rhythm Awards Ceremony.