Recognizing excellence in kidney care
The ISN proudly presents awards and prizes to honor exceptional contributions to kidney care at the World Congress of Nephrology (WCN) and regional events throughout the year.
2027 ISN Awards – Honoring outstanding achievements
In 2027, the ISN will recognize individuals making remarkable contributions to kidney care with the following prestigious awards:
- The Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize for excellence and leadership in clinical or basic research in polycystic kidney disease
- Alfred Newton Richards Award for outstanding basic research in fields relevant to nephrology
- Roscoe R. Robinson Award acknowledging achievements in the field of education in nephrology and medicine
- Pioneer Awards to honor doctors who have made extraordinary efforts to advance nephrology in a specific country or region.
The nomination period is now closed. The ISN Awards Committee and the Kaplan Prize Advisory Committee (for the Lillian Jean Kaplan Prize only) are currently reviewing all submissions.
2027 ISN Awards recipients will be announced in upcoming months.
Please address any questions to the awards coordinator
Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize
Nomination period closed
Alfred Newton Richards Award
Nomination period closed
Roscoe R. Robinson Award
Nomination period closed
Pioneer Awards
Nomination period closed
