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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...

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...

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...

“Bringing Cutting-edge Science to All Parts of the World” – Listen to the Podcast on the ISN Continuing Medical Education Program 

In this episode, CME Program committee member Urmila Anandh discusses the value of the ISN Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program with CME committee deputy chair Adrian Liew. ISN Fellowship committee chair Rümeyzameza Kazancioglu, who has spoken at numerous ISN-supported meetings, and Jaime Restrepo, a Latin America Regional Board member and CME Program recipient, also...

October 14, 2024CME, Education, Grants, NewsRead more...

ISN-GKHA Data Highlights Progress and Challenges in Global Kidney Care Delivery: BMJ Publication  

The BMJ has published the paper, "Progress of Nations in the Organisation of, and Structures for, Kidney Care Delivery Between 2019 and 2023: Cross-Sectional Survey in 148 Countries" by Okpechi et al.   Using data from the ISN Global Kidney Health Atlas (GKHA) 2019 and 2023 reports, the study analyzed changes in the availability of kidney...

October 14, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

Five Ways the ISN is Advancing Sustainable Kidney Care

The ISN recognizes the urgent need for sustainable kidney care that ensures environmental responsibility and long-term viability. From fostering innovation in low-resource settings to building partnerships for green solutions, here are five key ways the ISN is advancing sustainable kidney care worldwide Leading the GREEN-K initiative The ISN-led Global Environmental Evolution in Nephrology and Kidney Care...

September 30, 2024Initiatives, ISN's Impact, NewsRead more...

Add Your Voice to ISN Committees and Working Groups to Help Shape the Future of Global Kidney Care

ISN committees and working groups are seeking dedicated members to fill key positions starting at the World Congress of Nephrology 2025. This is your opportunity to collaborate with other experts, share your knowledge, and be closely involved in initiatives that help transform kidney health worldwide. You can express an interest yourself or nominate a colleague. Be...

September 30, 2024Governance, Membership, NewsRead more...

ISN’s Global Kidney Health Atlas 2023 Data Highlights Kidney Care Inequalities in New Supplement Release

The Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation (NDT) Supplement "Current Status of Kidney Care Services Across Countries: A Report from the International Society of Nephrology Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA)" presents results from the third edition of the ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas in a curated selection of articles relevant to public policy on kidney care. The articles highlight significant...

September 16, 2024News, ResearchRead more...

Elevating Kidney Health on the Global Health Agenda: The ISN’s Dedicated Activities at UNGA 79

The ISN is excited to announce its participation at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September. On September 25, the ISN will host a series of dedicated activities in New York focused on raising awareness of and driving action on kidney disease: ISN exhibit booth: "Kidney Health Matters: Prioritizing the Silent Epidemic" The booth will highlight...

September 16, 2024Advocacy, NewsRead more...

Share Your Experience to Improve Care for Patients Receiving Transplants Abroad

The ISN invites you to participate in an important anonymous online survey, "International Travel for Organ Transplantation: Surveying Professionals' Experience," led by Professor Dominique Martin and Dr. Georgina Irish from Deakin University and the University of Adelaide, Australia. Complete the survey in: English Spanish French Mandarin This study builds on a pilot survey conducted in 2022 with findings recently published...

September 16, 2024Declaration of Istanbul, NewsRead more...

The ISN Welcomes 23 New ISN Interventional Nephrology Scholars

Selected from across the globe, 23 talented professionals will undergo intensive training in interventional nephrology (IN) at an ISN Interventional Training Center. These centers provide training in central venous and peritoneal dialysis catheter insertion, kidney biopsy, endovascular procedures, and point-of-care ultrasound. Over one to three months, trainees from low, lower-middle, or upper-middle-income countries will gain...

September 16, 2024Grants, Interventional Nephrology Scholarships, NewsRead more...

Learn How ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions Are Leading the Way – and Help Them to Make a Difference! 

ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions are dedicated members of ISN regional boards who are championing the "Are Your Kidneys Healthy?" one-minute online quiz.   Available in 26 languages, this essential tool helps individuals assess their kidney health risks and determine when to seek professional advice.  Find out how ISN Healthy Kidneys Champions are increasing the quiz's impact locally    How...

September 16, 2024Initiatives, NewsRead more...

ISN Continuing Medical Education Program Supports Nurses in Revitalizing Dialysis Care in Samoa

In July 2024, the ISN and the Australian and New Zealand Society of Nephrology supported two nurses from New Zealand to present at the 2nd Biennial Samoa Kidney Conference in July 2024. ISN OSEA Regional Board member and Core Programs Committee Deputy Chair Robert Walker also shared his expertise at the event. Learn more about...

September 16, 2024CME, Grants, NewsRead more...

The Countdown to World Kidney Day 2025 Has Begun – Discover the Year-long Campaign Theme!

The annual World Kidney Day (WKD) campaign for 2025 officially launched on September 9. This year-long campaign features a day of global activities on March 13, 2025. The 2025 campaign, “Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect Early, Protect Kidney Health,” highlights the importance of recognizing kidney disease risk factors and accessing timely testing to improve early...

September 16, 2024Advocacy, News, World Kidney DayRead more...