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Catch Up at the ISN Academy and Discover What’s in Store for 2025

The ISN Academy is committed to delivering high-quality educational resources to kidney health professionals worldwide. This fall, we've hosted a range of impactful webinars featuring simultaneous translation that have resonated with our community, including: Unlocking the Future: Artificial Intelligence in Dialysis Natural Disasters and Nephrology: Geographic Impacts, Organizational Responses, and International Insights Advancements and Innovations in IgA...

November 12, 2024Education, NewsRead more...

Connecting Global Resources for CKDu: The ISN’s Commitment to Advancing Kidney Health Through Research

The ISN recognizes the importance of global research initiatives in advancing its mission for equitable kidney health worldwide. To this end, it has convened several global consortia or networks to address different facets of research, including the rapidly evolving challenge of chronic kidney disease of unknown origin (CKDu). The ISN i3C (CKDu) Network (International Consortium...

November 12, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

Demystifying Global Kidney Trials: Two New Case Studies in the ‘Guide for Everyone’

The “ISN Global Kidney Trials Insights: A Guide for Everyone” has expanded to include two new case studies. Based on the ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus (GTF) summaries, the guide translates complex trial findings into accessible information to help those living with kidney diseases and others better understand advancements in kidney care. Access the simplified summaries...

November 12, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

New Partnership to Strengthen Pediatric Nephrology in Latin America and the Caribbean

The ISN is pleased to announce the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding with the Asociación Latinoamericana de Nefrología Pediátrica (ALANEPE). Established in 1981, ALANEPE represents pediatric nephrology specialists in the region and is affiliated with the International Pediatric Nephrology Association. By joining forces, the ISN and ALANEPE aim to foster collaboration to address shared...

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Latest ISN Journal Editorial Selections

Kidney International® Patients With Crush Syndrome and Kidney Disease: Lessons Learned From the Earthquake in Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye This study assessed in-hospital outcomes and related factors in 1,024 adult patients diagnosed with post-earthquake crush syndrome following the 2023 earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye. A 9.8% mortality rate was reported. Nonsurvivors were older, were more likely to have preexisting chronic...

November 12, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

ISN Educational Ambassadors Program: Strengthening Peritoneal Dialysis in Dakar

Staff from Dalal Jamm Hospital and Cliniques Universitaires St. Luc during the training program The ISN Educational Ambassadors (EA) Program recently supported a training initiative at Dalal Jamm Hospital in Dakar, Senegal. Led by ISN Educational Ambassador Eric Goffin from Cliniques Universitaires St. Luc in Belgium, the training aimed to strengthen the hospital's peritoneal dialysis...

November 12, 2024Educational Ambassador, Grants, NewsRead more...

Be Part of the ISN’s Global Kidney Community: Expand Your Organization’s Network With the ISN

In 2024, the ISN welcomed new Affiliated and Collective-member societies, extending opportunities for collaboration and innovation in kidney care. So far, this year's additions to the ISN Affiliated Society network include the Paediatric Nephrology Society of Bangladesh, the Oman Society of Nephrology and Transplantation, the Mali Nephrology Society, and the Croatian Renal Association, Learn about the...

November 12, 2024Membership, NewsRead more...

Enhance Your WCN’25 Experience With the #ISNWCN Social Media Team!

The #ISNWCN Social Media Team will be on hand at WCN’25 from February 6-9 in New Delhi, India, to amplify your experience with real-time updates and commentary on groundbreaking scientific sessions and networking events. Get to know the team! Register by January 8 at the regular rate to take part in this unforgettable event! The team...

November 12, 2024News, WCNRead more...

Call to Action From President Nangaku: Vote in the ISN 2024 Leadership Elections! 

The 2024 ISN leadership elections are underway from November 4 to 29, 2024. As an ISN voting member, this is your opportunity to vote for the next president-elect and your region's regional board deputy chair/council member.   By casting your vote, you contribute to the strength and direction of the ISN's global efforts to advance kidney health...

November 12, 2024Governance, NewsRead more...

2024 KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awards & 2025-2027 ISN-KI Editorial Fellowships: Apply by Dec. 19!

Calling all early-career researchers! Have you published original research in Kidney International® in 2024? Apply now for the KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awards and be recognized at the World Congress of Nephrology 2025. This is your chance to showcase your work and receive $500! Who can apply? First authors of original research papers (clinical or basic/translational science) Early-career...

October 28, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

Latest ISN Journal Editorial Selections: October 2024

Kidney International® Pre-transplant Anti-nephrin Antibodies are Specific Predictors of Recurrent Diffuse Podocytopathy in the Kidney Allograft This study finds that pre-transplant anti-nephrin antibodies are strongly associated with diffuse podocytopathy recurrence after kidney transplantation. Patients with these antibodies were more likely to experience disease recurrence, while those without them were less likely. The findings suggest that testing for...

October 28, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

A Dynamic Learning Environment: Supporting Pediatric Nephrology Training in Romania Through the ISN Educational Ambassadors Program

Participants and Educational Ambassadors Laura Castellanos-Reyes and Christine Sethna at the pediatric nephrology training course in Bucharest The ISN Educational Ambassadors Program supported comprehensive pediatric nephrology training in Romania, covering kidney disease management and the latest guidelines. The program enabled two pediatric nephrologists, Laura Castellanos-Reyes and Christine Sethna, along with a nurse, Vera Benn — all...

October 28, 2024Educational Ambassador, Grants, NewsRead more...

2023 ISN-GKHA Paper on Quality and Monitoring of Kidney Care Published in Nephrology

Nephrology has published the paper "Structures for Quality Assurance and Measurements for Kidney Replacement Therapies: A Multinational Study From the ISN-GKHA" by Ekrikpo et al. This study evaluates the capacity for delivering quality kidney failure care globally using data from the 2023 ISN Global Kidney Health Atlas (GKHA). The findings highlight variability in quality assurance standards,...

October 28, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

Meet the Candidates for the 2024 ISN Leadership Elections and Prepare to Vote

A note from Adeera Levin, Chair, 2024-25 ISN Nominating Committee The 2024 ISN leadership elections are fast approaching, taking place from November 4 to 29, 2024. This is a crucial opportunity for all voting members to help shape the future of the ISN by selecting the next president-elect and regional board deputy chair/council member for...

October 28, 2024Governance, NewsRead more...

Sign the Petition for Global Kidney Health – Spread the Word With the ISN Social Media Toolkit!

Nina Diana, chair of the South African Renal Congress, signs the ISN petition The ISN has launched a petition to raise the profile of kidney disease and help address its growing global burden. The ISN has created a social media toolkit to help you easily share and promote the global petition for kidney health across your...

October 28, 2024Advocacy, NewsRead more...

Expanding Global Kidney Care Across Borders: Welcoming 39 New ISN Mentorship Program Pairs

The ISN is excited to welcome 39 newly matched pairs to the ISN Mentorship Program. The program continues to foster meaningful global connections among ISN members, helping mentees grow professionally while mentors refine their leadership and guidance skills. The ISN Mentorship Program Advisory Group expertly matched the latest pairs, bringing together members from 24 countries...

October 28, 2024Grants, Mentorship, NewsRead more...

On the Path to Advanced Training: Meet Our New ISN Fellows!

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming 12 new ISN Fellows for 2024. Get to know the ISN Fellows here These talented early-career professionals are set to receive specialized training for up to 12 months, primarily at renowned ISN Regional Training Centers. Equipped with new skills, these fellows will return to their home regions to help drive...

October 28, 2024Fellowship, Grants, NewsRead more...

ISN Presence in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka This November

The ISN supports a range of educational initiatives that bring expert faculty to nephrology meetings worldwide, fostering the global exchange of clinical knowledge and research insights. Are you in Bangladesh or Sri Lanka this November? Enjoy these opportunities to engage with ISN-supported events in your region! 20th Annual Convention & Scientific Seminar of the Kidney Foundation...

October 28, 2024CME, Grants, ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

New in the ISN Rare Kidney Disease Toolkit: Webinars on IgAN and C3G

The ISN has added two new webinars to its Rare Kidney Disease Toolkit, focusing on immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) and C3 glomerulopathy (C3G). These expert-led sessions offer valuable insights into diagnosing, managing, and treating these rare but challenging kidney diseases. Watch "Advancements in C3 Glomerulopathy (C3G)," featuring David Kavanagh (UK), Alison Ma (Hong Kong), and...

October 28, 2024ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...