Presentations on trending topics in kidney care will take center stage at WCN'25, offering exciting opportunities for learning and discovery. From precision medicine and artificial intelligence to bioengineering and organ regeneration, WCN'25 will showcase the latest advancements in these emerging areas of kidney care. Here's a preview of what's ahead. Access the searchable scientific program...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
