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By Iman Al Shamsi (YNC member, WCN subcommittee chair)  

From the calm of cherry blossom season to world-leading innovation, Japan offers an inspiring backdrop for WCN. It is a place that invites both focus and discovery — from thought-provoking scientific sessions to the shared moments of exchange and networking that stay with you long after the congress ends. 

The ISN Young Nephrologist Committee (YNC) is proud to present its contribution to the WCN’26 program. These sessions are designed to be clinically relevant, globally informed, and highly engaging, combining strong science with formats and discussions that reflect real-world practice and leave a lasting impression. 

Register for WCN’26 at the early bird rate until January 14 to secure your place and don’t miss YNC-led content driven by passion, curiosity, and a shared commitment to advancing kidney education, advocacy, and global connection.  

We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a memorable event! 

YNC sessions from the WCN’26 Scientific Program 

Youthful Insights on Aging Kidneys 
Room 304, Monday, March 30 – 9:25 a.m. 

Rising young nephrologists will highlight innovative research and fresh perspectives on age-related kidney health. Presentations include work by abstract winners, molecular mechanisms of kidney aging, guideline-driven frailty care, strategies for low-resource settings, and an interactive “young-at-heart” panel exploring synergies in senescence. 

Hot Debate: Are Xenotransplants and Stem Cells the Future of Organ Replacement?
Room 304, Monday, March 30 – 2:10 p.m. 

Explore the cutting edge of organ replacement science and practice with lively debate and expert insights. Speakers will weigh the promise of xenotransplants and stem cells against feasibility, ethics, equity, and real-world implications for patients and health systems. Attendees can participate in Q&A, vote on the debate, and hear the winning arguments. 

Participants at the WCN’25 quiz-a-thon 

YNC sessions in the Spotlight Theater 

Young Nephrologists Quiz-a-Thon IV: Japan edition
Spotlight Stage 2, Saturday, March 28 – 5 p.m. 

The quiz returns with clinical pearls and practical case-thinking, blending high-yield learning with rapid problem-solving, tailored for young nephrologists who enjoy sharp, relevant challenges. 

Spotlight Session: Your Nephrology Journey: Generalist or Specialist? 
Spotlight Stage 1, Sunday, March 29 – 5.30 p.m. 

A real conversation on building identity in nephrology: Balancing specialization with breadth of knowledge and developing expertise early in your career. 

YNC social events 

ISN Young Nephrologists gathering (location and date TBD)
 

We will once again host a gathering for young ISN members, bringing together YNC and YNN members, ELP cohort members, the ISN Social Media Team, and those involved in the Saving Young Lives initiative. 

The YNC remains committed to delivering sessions that are relevant, equitable, and full of surprises. Join us to exchange ideas, spark new collaborations, and gain new perspectives to inform your day-to-day practice  

Find out more about WCN’26 and register for the event