The winter edition of CEEMAN features a very interesting interview with 2016 CEEMAN Champions, Dr. Krzysztof Rybinski, Prof. Vladimir Soloviev, Prof. Krzysztof Obłój, Dr. Peter Hardi, and Ms. Rosie Ching. CEEMAN Champions present their views on receiving the award, comment on their specific areas of expertise and share some advice. You will find reports on all recent CEEMAN activities and events, as well as news from CEEMAN members on their accomplishments, news and future projects. We wish you an interesting read!