NEW YORK – October 23, 2025 – The Cardiovascular Research Foundation® (CRF®) proudly announces the 2025 SET-10 (Scientific Excellence Top 10), recognizing the academic and medical institutions driving the most impactful interventional cardiovascular research presented at TCT® 2025 (Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics®), CRF’s annual scientific symposium.
Launched in 2023, the SET-10 honors institutions whose groundbreaking research is shaping the future of cardiovascular care and advancing the science that saves lives.
This year’s rankings spotlight 33 institutions whose research will be featured at TCT 2025 reflecting exceptional contributions across a wide range of categories — from basic science to late-breaking clinical research — both in the United States and around the world.
The SET-10 rankings are based on cumulative scores from submissions to TCT 2025 and celebrate institutions at the forefront of innovation in interventional cardiovascular medicine. Rankings are presented across six key categories: Global, United States, Non-U.S., Coronary, Structural, and Late-Breaking Clinical Research. Full methodology and the complete list of recognized institutions are available here: https://www.tctconference.com/set-10.
“We’re proud to honor the institutions driving global progress in interventional cardiovascular medicine through the third annual CRF SET-10 rankings,” said Juan F. Granada, MD, President and CEO of CRF and TCT Program Director. “The research featured at TCT 2025 reflects the tremendous momentum in our field and the relentless pursuit of better patient outcomes. These institutions are not only fueling innovation — they’re shaping the future of cardiovascular care and inspiring the next generation of scientific discovery.”
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. Since its inception in 1988, TCT has evolved into the world’s premier educational meeting specializing in interventional cardiovascular medicine attracting more than 10,000 participants annually. Each year, TCT gathers top researchers and clinicians to present groundbreaking studies that shape clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. With a rich 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.
For more information, visit www.crf.org and www.tctconference.com.
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