Grants

Advancing kidney care worldwide: Announcing five ISN Regional Training Centers in Africa    

The ISN congratulates five kidney care centers in Africa that have earned ISN Regional Training Center (RTC) status:  Charles Nicolle Hospital Center, Tunis, Tunisia  Kasr Alainy Medical School, Cairo, Egypt  Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana  Mansoura University Hospital Nephrology and Dialysis Unit, Mansoura, Egypt  Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University  Participating in ISN's wide range of grants, these institutions serve...

March 10, 2025Grants, News, Regional Training CentersRead more...

Training to make an impact on local kidney care: Meet 12 new ISN Fellows 

Celebrating 40 years of the Fellowship Program, the ISN is delighted to announce 12 new fellows from 11 countries worldwide.  Get to know the new ISN Fellows here  These fellows will receive specialized training abroad in transplantation, glomerular disease, peritoneal dialysis, or clinical nephrology.   Learn more about ISN Fellowships here  They will return home with valuable skills from...

March 10, 2025Fellowship, Grants, NewsRead more...

Reintegrating urinary sediment analysis in Peru: ISN Educational Ambassador visits Lima 

Dr. Fogazzi (center-left) with training participants at the Almenara Hospital in Lima, Peru  In January, ISN Educational Ambassador (EA) Giovanni Battista Fogazzi (Italy*) visited the Almenara Hospital in Lima, Peru, to present on urinary sediment analysis to help address a critical gap in nephrology training at the center and enhance local kidney care services.  Course particiapants...

February 24, 2025Educational Ambassador, Grants, NewsRead more...

The ISN and AFRAN strengthen ties to advance kidney care in Africa and beyond 

The ISN and the African Association of Nephrology (AFRAN) signed a new agreement at WCN'25 to strengthen collaborative efforts aimed at: Improving the number of nephrologists in Africa Supporting sustainable kidney care Improving patient outcomes regionally and globally AFRAN President Hany Hafez (seated, far left), ISN Immediate Past President Masaomi Nangaku (seated, second from right), and ISN Core...

February 24, 2025Fellowship, Grants, News, Regional Activities, WCNRead more...

40 Years of Transforming Global Kidney Care: The ISN Fellowship Program 

The ISN Fellowship Program celebrates four decades of impact, having trained over 800 Fellows from more than 100 low-resource countries since its inception in 1985.  These fellows returned home as leaders, expanding kidney care capacity by establishing transplant programs, launching interventional nephrology courses, advancing research projects, and developing other initiatives to ensure future generations of...

February 3, 2025Fellowship, Grants, NewsRead more...

Building Skills, Saving Lives: ISN Educational Ambassadors Program Supports Expansion of POCUS Training for Kidney Care in Pakistan  

In December, ISN Educational Ambassador Saeed Ahmed, consultant nephrologist at the Institution South Tyneside Sunderland Foundation Trust (STSFT) in the UK, led the hands-on component of a point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) course at the Indus Hospitals and Health Network in Karachi, Pakistan. The training was preceded by online sessions that began in September.   Delegates at the...

February 3, 2025Educational Ambassador, Grants, NewsRead more...

ISN Grants and Capacity-building Programs: Key Events at WCN’25

WCN'25 will showcase the impact of ISN Grants Programs on global kidney care. From 40 years of ISN Fellowship success stories to interactive sessions on artificial intelligence, renal pathology, and community engagement, the congress highlights these programs' achievements and ongoing contributions toward advancing nephrology practice worldwide. 40 Years of ISN Fellowships 2025 marks the 40th anniversary...

January 21, 2025Grants, News, WCNRead more...

Strengthening Global Nephrology: Highlights From Taiwan 

In December 2024, the ISN conducted a Scientific Writing Course (SWC) in Taiwan, co-hosted and co-supported by the Taiwan Society of Nephrology (TSN). The course equipped participants with the tools and confidence to craft high-quality research publications. Delegates follow the ISN SWC course with tailored guidance from course faculty Testimonials from participants highlight the course's value: "The...

January 21, 2025Grants, News, Scientific Writing CourseRead more...

Advancing Ultrasound-guided Catheter Placement in Peru Through the ISN Educational Ambassadors Program 

The ISN Educational Ambassadors Program (EAP) recently supported a training at the Almenara Hospital in Lima, Peru.  Led by ISN Educational Ambassador Martin Kächele from the Ulm University Hospital in Germany, the training emphasized reducing reliance on additional tests, such as X-rays or permeabilization, while improving patient outcomes through accurate catheter placement.    Training participants practice catheter...

December 9, 2024ELP, Grants, NewsRead more...

The Global Impact of the ISN CME Program: Examples From Africa, Latin America, South Asia, and Europe

The ISN supports education and professional development worldwide through its Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program. The ISN CME Program offers support by: Assisting in developing a scientific program tailored to the kidney care needs of local communities Selecting expert speakers aligned with the scientific program Funding travel for ISN-supported speakers Engaging ISN regional boards and other supporting groups for...

December 9, 2024CME, Grants, NewsRead more...

ISN Fellowship Experience: “A Fantastic Opportunity for Professional Development and Improving Kidney Care Standards Back Home”

ISN Fellow Ahmad Naseer Kaihan, from Afghanistan, completed an intensive 12-month training program from May 2023 to May 2024 under the guidance of Professor Shoichi Maruyama at Nagoya University in Japan. Dr. Kaihan comments: “Professor Maruyama and Professor Yasuda’s mentorship and support have been invaluable to my growth and development. Their guidance has given me...

November 26, 2024Fellowship, Grants, 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...

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...

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...

Improvements to Daily Practice in Kidney Care in Western South Vietnam Through 8 Days of ISN-Endorsed Training

In August, an important milestone in kidney care took place in Western South Vietnam when the Kien Giang General Hospital (KGH) received its first-ever training courses in general nephrology and dialysis, and brain death donors. Pre-existing regional challenges This double-course initiative was significant both for its scope and because it marked the first time clinicians from...

October 14, 2024Educational Ambassador, Grants, News, Regional Training CentersRead more...

Advancing Global Kidney Research: Announcing the ISN Clinical Research Program 2024 Grantees

The ISN warmly congratulates the following researchers who received grants from the ISN Clinical Research Program to undertake vital research to advance kidney care in their communities. Michael Alao (Nigeria) "Neonatal AKI Continuum Study: A Multicenter, Longitudinal Study in Nigeria" Zulfitri Azuan Mat Daud (Malaysia) "Mobile App to Improve Nutrition Literacy Among CKD" (co-sponsored by the Asian Pacific...

September 30, 2024Clinical Research, Grants, NewsRead more...

The ISN Supports Nephropathology Workshop Strengthening Kidney Care Capacity in East Africa

Faculty and delegates at the East African Nephropathology Workshop In August 2024, the ISN Continuing Medical Education Program (CME) supported the East African Nephropathology Workshop organized by the Kenya Renal Association. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, the event welcomed delegates from Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Ethiopia in person and online. The event aimed to strengthen regional...

September 30, 2024CME, Grants, NewsRead more...