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Attend key renal pathology events in 2026: Apply for an ISN Renal Pathology Bursary 

The ISN invites renal pathologists, nephrologists and trainees from lower-, lower-middle-, and upper-middle-income countries to apply for an ISN Renal Pathology Bursary available for several key educational events in 2026.   These bursaries aim to enhance diagnostic expertise, facilitating the early detection of kidney diseases and ultimately improving patient outcomes.  Please read the guidelines carefully and submit...

July 28, 2025Grants, News, Renal Pathology BursariesRead more...

Emerging leaders in action: ELP cohort 3 advances dialogue on CKD diagnostics access worldwide 

A recent editorial by members of the ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) cohort 3, published in Kidney International Reports®, explores urgent global disparities in chronic kidney disease (CKD) diagnostics. The piece highlights barriers to early detection—such as limited access to basic testing, biopsy services, and genetic evaluation—and proposes a tiered strategy to address these...

July 28, 2025ELP, Grants, NewsRead more...

From emerging leaders to kidney health trailblazers: Where are they now — and could you be next? 

The ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) fosters leadership potential to drive change in global kidney health. Since its launch, the ELP has become a springboard for early-career nephrologists and researchers to lead initiatives, shape policy, and influence the future of nephrology both locally and globally.  Applications for the ISN Emerging Leaders Program are open! Apply...

July 14, 2025ELP, Grants, NewsRead more...

Help tailor clinical guidelines to real-world practice – take KDIGO’s global survey 

The ISN invites all to participate in the “KDIGO Global Survey on the Utilization and Implementation of KDIGO Guidelines.”  Take the survey  The survey aims to understand how KDIGO Guidelines are applied in daily practice and where challenges or gaps remain. Your insights will help tailor future guidance to better meet the needs of kidney health...

July 14, 2025NewsRead more...

ISN around the world: Celebrating excellence and education 

From the USA to Oceania and Southeast Asia and Latin America, ISN leaders are spotlighting global kidney health throughout July and August. Whether sharing the latest research, building partnerships, or amplifying regional voices, these engagements help elevate the global conversation on equitable kidney care.  Where to find the ISN this July and August  The Columbia Renal...

July 14, 2025ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

ISN journal summaries on maternal preeclampsia and CKD medication safety during breastfeeding    

Kidney International®  A nationwide register-based cohort study examined the association between preeclampsia in mothers and the risk of kidney disease in their offspring  A large cohort study of over 2.2 million births has found that children born at term to mothers with preeclampsia face a higher risk of developing kidney disease later in life.  The study revealed...

July 14, 2025Advocacy, Journals, NewsRead more...

ISN Kidney Care Network study published in PLOS ONE sets out a standard for AKD care in LLMICs 

A study led by ISN members under the ISN Kidney Care Network proves that a simple, low-cost approach to acute kidney disease (AKD) detection and management is both feasible and effective in LLMICs. With further stakeholder engagement, this model could become the standard of care for AKD in similar settings, ultimately reducing avoidable deaths...

July 14, 2025Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Expanding kidney care across the Philippines with ISN support 

Faculty and fellows from NKTI during a study visit to TTSH  Over the past seven years, there’s been notable progress in kidney care services at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) in the Philippines through an ISN Sister Renal Centers (SRC) partnership with the Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) in Singapore, jointly supported by...

July 14, 2025Grants, News, Sister Renal CentersRead more...

At-a-glance guidance on ADPKD: New toolkit resource 

A clear and concise reference on managing autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) has been added to the ISN Rare Kidney Diseases Toolkit, offering quick access to essential clinical information for healthcare professionals navigating this complex condition.  Explore the infographic  Drawing on the latest KDIGO 2025 guidelines, the infographic summarizes diagnostic criteria, prognostic tools, treatment strategies,...

July 14, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Turning promises into policy: The ISN’s drive for kidney health in 2025

The ISN continues to advocate for kidney health to be prioritized globally and comprehensively integrated into the broader noncommunicable disease (NCD) agenda. Read the ISN Manifesto on driving global action On September 25, 2025, world leaders will gather at the United Nations in New York for the Fourth High-Level Meeting (HLM4) on NCDs and mental health....

July 14, 2025Advocacy, News, WHORead more...

In memory of Natalia Tomilina

The ISN honors the memory of Natalia Tomilina, who passed away on June 17, 2025. A pioneering nephrologist based in Moscow, Russia, Dr. Tomilina was also a researcher and educator who played a key role in advancing kidney care. She served as an ISN council member, former chair of the Newly Independent States and Russia...

July 1, 2025NewsRead more...

Build better kidney health data – one step at a time with SharE‑RR Toolkit 

Reliable kidney health data is critical to improving care, but where do you begin?  The ISN SharE-RR Toolkit is your free step-by-step guide to building or strengthening a kidney health registry. Whether your focus is on chronic kidney disease, acute kidney injury, dialysis, or transplantation, this practical resource walks you through everything from feasibility to...

June 30, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

Got ambition, got drive? Join the YNN and get involved!

From left to right: Nihal Bashir, Winston Fung, Bianca Davidson, Miguel Gallardo, Kornchanok Vareesangthip Are you a young nephrologist eager to advance your career and make an impact on kidney health? The Young Nephrologists Network (YNN) is your gateway to global opportunities, meaningful advocacy, and active involvement in shaping the future of kidney care! Join the...

June 30, 2025News, Young nephrologistsRead more...

Explore the latest ISN Global Trials Focus selections featuring a “Trial of the month” on the effect of dapagliflozin in patients with ADPKD receiving tolvaptan

ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus editorial team member Michele Provenzano summarizes the design and outcomes of the latest "Trial of the month" featured in ISN-ACT Global Trials Focus. Trial of the month: DAPA-tolvaptan: First trial of SGLT2 inhibition in ADPKD with background tolvaptan therapy Open-label, randomized, controlled, crossover trial on the effect of dapagliflozin in patients with ADPKD receiving tolvaptan Uchiyama...

June 30, 2025News, ResearchRead more...

ISN Journal summaries on the SONG initiative and public data in research 

Kidney International®  The Standardized Outcomes in Nephrology (SONG) initiative: A decade of harmonizing patient voices and research in kidney disease   The authors of this editorial highlight how research on chronic kidney disease has been hindered by inconsistent and often patient-irrelevant reporting of outcomes.   This challenge prompted the launch of the global Standardized Outcomes in Nephrology (SONG) initiative...

June 30, 2025Journals, NewsRead more...

Partnering for progress: ISN collaborates on a new five-year pilot in East Africa to advance kidney care

Building on a strong foundation of collaboration and training in East Africa, including the establishment of an ISN Regional Training Center in Kenya, the ISN is proud to partner on a promising new pilot project aimed at strengthening kidney care capacity in the region. The long-term vision is for this pilot to serve as...

June 30, 2025Grants, News, Regional Activities, Regional Training CentersRead more...

Delivering kidney care without harming the planet 

In this thought-provoking episode of the ISN Global Kidney Care Podcast, Winston Fung, Isabelle Ethier, and Caroline Stigant explore how kidney care contributes to climate change and what can be done to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining high-quality outcomes.   Find out how:  Plastic waste adds up: Peritoneal dialysis alone generates over 30,000 tons of PVC...

June 30, 2025Education, ELP, NewsRead more...

Small kidneys, big impact: Advancing pediatric kidney care in Sri Lanka 

A Sister Renal Centers (SRC) partnership has played a pivotal role in reshaping pediatric kidney care at the Lady Ridgeway Hospital (LRH) in Sri Lanka and extending its impact nationwide.  "LRH University Unit now stands as a pioneering institution in pediatric nephrology, offering outstanding clinical care and serving as a center for training and research,"...

June 30, 2025Grants, News, Sister Renal CentersRead more...

What do you know about cardiorenal syndrome? Take the test! 

Did you know the heart and kidneys are so closely connected that dysfunction in one can wreak havoc on the other?  Explore this relationship and test your knowledge of cardiorenal syndrome in a new ISN Tweetorial.  Access more resources on this topic through the ISN-led Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Initiative.  The Tweetorial is supported by Boehringer Ingelheim.   

June 30, 2025Education, NewsRead more...

Sharpen your scientific writing skills: Apply now for the ISN Scientific Writing Course in Mombasa 

You may have important data, but unless your research is communicated clearly and effectively, its impact is limited. The ISN Scientific Writing Course (SWC) is designed to help you turn your research into clear, compelling scientific writing that gets published and makes an impact.   Applications are now open for ISN members for this year’s Africa-focused...

June 16, 2025Grants, News, Scientific Writing CourseRead more...