This is an excellent meeting centered around sharing outstanding science in the field of translational heart failure research. The meeting promotes a blend of junior and established researchers, basic scientists and clinical investigators working in the field, with exchange of unpublished data and new ideas strongly encouraged. The meeting is held in the beautiful ski resort in the Swiss Alps, Les Diablerets. The Winter meeting is known for being a relaxed, friendly and open environment to nurture and establish connections and collaborations.