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Recent key kidney health studies in one place: Explore a special edition of ISN TrialWatch 

Can lower-exposure tacrolimus plus everolimus improve outcomes in older kidney transplant recipients? Could high-dose omega-3 supplementation offer a simple way to reduce cardiovascular risk in dialysis? Might a more conservative dialysis strategy actually help support kidney recovery?   Available in English and Russian, the ISN TrialWatch Special Edition offers a curated look at selected randomized kidney care trials from 2025 and early 2026.  Explore...

May 11, 2026News, ResearchRead more...

Jai Radhakrishnan appointed KI Editor-in-Chief

Jai Radhakrishnan named Editor-in-Chief of Kidney International® May 7, 2026 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jai Radhakrishnan, MD, as the next Editor-in-Chief of Kidney International® (KI), the Society’s flagship journal. His term will begin on January 1, 2027, succeeding Pierre Ronco, MD, PhD. Dr. Radhakrishnan is a Professor of...

May 7, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

Practical tools for primary care: Share the ISN’s kidney care cheat sheets 

Primary care is often the first point of contact for people with emerging health concerns, making primary care physicians central to the early detection and long-term management of kidney disease.  Early identification in these settings is critical, as many kidney diseases are diagnosed at later stages, while timely intervention can slow progression and improve outcomes.  The ISN has...

April 27, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Strong engagement and strategic dialogue at the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting 

Participants at the ISN Affiliated meeting held during WCN’26 At WCN’26, the ISN Affiliated Societies Meeting  brought together representatives from 30 national and regional nephrology societies* to discuss, network, and exchange on shared challenges and priorities in kidney health.  The meeting, opened by ISN President Marcello Tonelli, was also the occasion for the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the...

April 27, 2026Membership, NewsRead more...

First edition of KICR highlights real-world lessons in kidney care 

From unusual presentations and diagnostic dilemmas to novel treatment approaches, the first in press case reports featured in Kidney International Case Reports™ (KICR) highlight clinically relevant lessons from real-world kidney care across diverse global settings.  Explore the first edition  Among the early reports are cases that underline how rapidly evolving therapies are reshaping practice. Al Haddad...

April 27, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

Keeping CKD on the internal medicine agenda: the ISN at ECIM 2026 

ISN member Kristin Veighey presents at the ISN-EFIM joint session at ECIM 2026  At the European Congress of Internal Medicine (ECIM) 2026, the ISN and the European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM) held a joint session highlighting the importance of kidney health in internal medicine.   ​ Janaka Karalliedde  speaks at the ISN-EFIM joint session at ECIM...

April 27, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

ISN Journal summaries on corticosteroid treatment in IgAN and the impact of CKD on life participation

Kidney International®   A secondary analysis of the TESTING trial predicted individual patient response to corticosteroid treatment in IgA nephropathy  This study addressed how to better target corticosteroid treatment in IgA nephropathy, (IgAN) where benefits must be weighed against important side effects.   Using a secondary analysis of the TESTING trial, the authors developed a model to predict each patient’s likely response to...

April 27, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

Another step forward: WHO launches a dedicated kidney disease webpage

April 30, 2026 The ISN welcomes the World Health Organization’s (WHO’s) launch of a dedicated kidney disease webpage, a significant step in recognizing kidney disease as a major noncommunicable disease (NCD) and global health priority. This development highlights kidney disease’s rightful place on the global health agenda and provides an important reference point for raising awareness...

April 24, 2026Advocacy, NewsRead more...

Plan stronger CKDu research with the new ISN i3C Toolkit 

What if better research approaches could help take the “unknown” out of chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology (CKDu)?  Launched at WCN’26, the new ISN i3C CKDu Toolkit* is designed to help build research capacity in CKDu-endemic regions by strengthening study design and implementation through consistent approaches to case definitions, exposure assessment, and outcome measurement.  Explore the ISN i3C Toolkit  It offers practical guidance to strengthen the rigor,...

April 13, 2026ISN Toolkits, News, ResearchRead more...

Now available on demand: WCN’26 Industry Sessions at the ISN Academy  

From unmet needs in immune-mediated kidney diseases to therapeutic advances in C3G, WCN’26 Industry Sessions explored some of the most pressing topics in global kidney care today. Session recordings are open access and available on demand at the ISN Academy.  Explore all industry symposia at the ISN Academy  Discover dozens of sessions offering fresh perspectives on emerging science and new developments to help you stay up to date...

April 13, 2026Education, News, WCNRead more...

ISN Fellow helps set up first kidney biopsy service in eastern Yemen 

Khaled Batis’ colleagues in Al-Mukalla, marking the establishment of the first diagnostic kidney biopsy service in eastern Yemen  ISN Fellow, Khaled Batis, from Yemen, and his team at the Al-Mukalla Kidney Center and the Al-Borj Consultant Hospital, have helped establish the first kidney biopsy service in eastern Yemen. According to Dr. Batis, this service provides access to “a crucial diagnostic tool for glomerular and other complex kidney diseases in the region.”  Such initiatives from...

April 13, 2026Fellowship, Grants, NewsRead more...

KIR: A platform for researchers worldwide, emerging voices, and progress in global kidney care 

Ten years ago, Kidney International Reports® (KIR) launched with a clear mission: to expand access to high-quality kidney research and ensure that important discoveries reach clinicians, researchers, and health systems worldwide.  Over the past decade, the journal has published studies that have shaped care and policy, fostered opportunities for early-career researchers to contribute and collaborate, and elevated voices...

April 13, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

Go further in nephro-genetics with new modules in the ISN Genetics Curriculum  

As kidney care moves toward earlier molecular diagnosis and more precise treatment strategies, genomic insights are becoming increasingly relevant to everyday practice. Reflecting this shift, the newest ISN Academy Genetics Curriculum modules focus on topics ranging from congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract to apolipoprotein L1 nephropathy.  Explore the ISN Genetics Curriculum  The curriculum also features five...

April 13, 2026Education, NewsRead more...

Explore WCN’26 late-breaking trials with NephJC and Kidney International Reports® 

NephJC has extended the conversation around WCN’26 late-breaking trials with expert commentary on selected studies presented in Yokohama, including the ASSIST trial, 24-month data from APPLAUSE-IGAN, and new analyses from the CONFIDENCE trial.  Read the commentaries  A video interview recorded onsite at WCN’26 in Yokohama features NephJC Founding Editor-in-Chief Swapnil Hiremath and Managing Editor Cristina Popa discussing selected late-breaking...

April 13, 2026Journals, News, Research, WCNRead more...

ISN Journal summaries on parathyroid hormone in CKD-related osteoporosis and kidney care fragility in Nepal 

Kidney International®   ​Uremia and parathyroid hormone have distinct effects on bone protein and gene expression  People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) remain at high risk of fractures despite treatment aimed at maintaining parathyroid hormone at acceptable levels.  This study examined the distinct effects of uremia and parathyroid hormone on bone in patients on hemodialysis and controls.  The authors...

April 13, 2026Journals, News, ResearchRead more...

Young nephrologists: Apply by April 23 for the chance to win free registration to the 44th Vincenza Course  

The  44th Vicenza Course AKI-CRRT-EBPT and Critical Care Nephrology 2026 will take place from June 16-18, 2026, at the Vicenza International Convention Centre in Vicenza, Italy.   This hands-on course for beginner and advanced kidney care professionals explores the latest advances in acute kidney injury, from diagnosis and treatment strategies to emerging therapies to help prevent progression to chronic kidney disease.  Explore the preliminary scientific...

March 23, 2026News, Young nephrologistsRead more...

What do kidneys actually do? Make sure your patients know! 

The ISN “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz webpage has been refreshed with a new design that makes key kidney health information easier to explore.  Access the “Are your kidneys healthy?” quiz  Available in 35 languages, the quiz helps better understand kidney function, risk factors, and steps they can take to protect their kidney health.   Share the quiz with your patients to open a dialogue about...

March 23, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

ISN global engagement: Supporting kidney care in Bangladesh and the Philippines this April 

The ISN continues to support the advancement of kidney care through engagement, most recently with nephrology communities in Bangladesh and the Philippines in April, strengthening collaboration, education, and knowledge exchange across regions. 8th International Conference of Paediatric Nephrology Society of Bangladesh April 11-12, 2026 Dhaka, Bangladesh ISN President Marcello Tonelli’s pre-recorded welcome message will be played at...

March 23, 2026ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

Healing in Harmony: Moving story of the Aurenis Choir wins ISN Community Film Award 

The winning film* of the ISN Community Film Event, “Aurenis Choir: A Song of Hope” is a moving story from Argentina that reminds us that kidney care is not only about medicine, but also about connection, creativity, and hope.  The Aurenis Choir was founded on World Kidney Day 2024 with the aim of creating a space for community, art, and meaning alongside...

March 23, 2026Events, ISN Community Film Event, News, WCNRead more...