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Kintsugi and kidney care: Young nephrologists in Japan share insights ahead of WCN’26 

In Japan, the art of kintsugi repairs broken pottery with adhesive and powdered gold, transforming fracture into renewed strength.   As the global kidney care community prepares to gather in Yokohama for WCN’26, Japan’s approach to kidney health offers a compelling parallel: working with impairment to preserve function, extending quality of life in an aging society, and continuously strengthening systems of care through early detection and...

March 9, 2026News, WCN, Young nephrologistsRead more...

ISN across continents: Advancing kidney care through global engagement 

From Africa to East Asia, ISN leaders are engaging with regional kidney care communities this March, sharing expertise, training opportunities, and strengthening connections that help advance equitable kidney care worldwide.  Ethiopian Kidney Association’s 2nd Annual Nephrology Conference  March 7, 2026 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia  Robert Walker, chair of the ISN Core Programs Committee, will present virtually on ISN Grants, outlining pathways for ISN members to access support and build local capacity.  Japan Kidney Masterclass  March 7, 2026 Tokyo, Japan  Hosted by the Japanese Society of Nephrology, the masterclass will...

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

Experience WCN’26 wherever you are: Join virtually 

Virtual registration brings the World Congress of Nephrology 2026 straight to you, no matter where you are.   As a virtual delegate, you get access to live streaming of all 13 sessions in the Main Hall (Plenary Hall) from March 28–31, with live transcriptions in Japanese and English and more than 50 other languages. You will also have access to over 100 hours of...

February 23, 2026Events, News, WCNRead more...

World Kidney Day 2026: Caring for people, protecting the planet — get involved! 

How will you support kidney health and sustainability this World Kidney Day?  With kidney disease affecting millions worldwide and environmental factors such as heat, pollution, and access to clean water increasingly shaping risk, this year’s theme, “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet,” calls for prevention, early detection, and care models that are people-centered and planet-conscious.  Read...

February 23, 2026Advocacy, News, World Kidney DayRead more...

Save the date for the Professor Donal O’Donoghue Global Kidney Policy Forum during WCN’26: Shaping the future of kidney health policy in North and East Asia  

What does it take to move from policy commitments to real improvements in kidney care, and how can those lessons be applied across regions?  On March 28, 2026*, the Professor Donal O'Donoghue Global Kidney Policy Forum (PDOGKPF) will bring together policymakers, clinical leaders, and advocates to explore practical ways to strengthen kidney care systems in the ISN North and East Asia region, focusing on approaches that translate into measurable progress for patients.  Held at the WCN'26 in...

February 9, 2026Advocacy, News, WCNRead more...

Five compelling reasons to submit to Kidney International Case Reports™  

Case reports are often where progress begins. A single patient, an unexpected presentation, a practical clinical lesson that sharpens judgment and sparks discussion, ultimately leading to improved understanding and care.   With the recent launch of the ISN’s new fully open-access journal, Kidney International Case Reports™ (KICR)*, there has never been a better time to share bedside observations with the global kidney care community.  Submit a...

January 26, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

From UN political declaration to patient outcomes: Join global leaders for a webinar on February 24 

How can the UN political declaration commitments translate into real change for people living with circulatory conditions?   The 2025 United Nations political declaration on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) sets out renewed global commitments to tackle premature deaths from cardiovascular disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and other NCDs.   Kidney disease is both a consequence and a driver of circulatory...

January 26, 2026Advocacy, NewsRead more...

Bridging global kidney care gaps through data: KI presents ISN-GKHA Interactive Map   

A recent Kidney International® editorial showcases the ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA) Interactive Map, an open-access tool that enables clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and advocates to identify gaps and target areas where kidney care improvements are most needed.  Read the full paper in Kidney International®  Consolidating data from the 2019 and 2023 ISN-GKHA surveys, the map:  Compares kidney care capacity between countries and regions  Tracks trends and measures progress over time  Visualizes key indicators like workforce, infrastructure, and policies  Provides evidence to guide research, advocacy, and policy initiatives  Explore...

January 26, 2026Journals, News, ResearchRead more...

Growing together: The ISN welcomes a new Collective-member society

TSN President Mai-Szu Wu and ISN President Marcello Tonelli sign a memorandum of understanding for TSN to become an ISN Collective-member society The ISN is pleased to welcome the Taiwan Society of Nephrology (TSN) as its newest Collective-member society, reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing kidney care in the North and East Asia region. This partnership builds on...

January 12, 2026Membership, NewsRead more...

Better leaders for better global kidney care: Meet the new ISN Emerging Leaders  

A new cohort of rising kidney care leaders has joined the ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP). The ISN is excited to work with the new cohort toward advancing kidney care in ways that support nephrologists and their patients worldwide.   Over the next two years, this cohort of emerging leaders will train in leadership, collaborative problem-solving, and active engagement with ISN initiatives, translating global vision into...

January 12, 2026ELP, Grants, NewsRead more...

Expanding worldwide excellence in kidney care: Four new ISN Regional Training Centers in OSEA region  

The ISN congratulates four kidney care centers in ISN’s Oceania and South-East Asia (OSEA) region that have earned  ISN Regional Training Center (RTC) status:   Thailand: Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University   Philippines: National Kidney and Transplant Institute   Malaysia: Hospital Tuanku Ja'afar Seremban   Fiji: Colonial War Memorial Hospital  These centers now serve as regional hubs where ISN Grants intersect, providing nephrologists with opportunities to access training, mentorship, and global networks that ultimately...

January 12, 2026Grants, News, Regional Training CentersRead more...

Rethinking kidney trials: The ISN’s PARADIGM roadmap moves into action 

  Kidney disease research is entering a pivotal moment. Kidney International®  published the ISN PARADIGM paper, “Changing paradigms of studies in kidney diseases,” outlining a global roadmap to modernize how kidney trials are designed and conducted — with patients, equity, and real-world relevance at the center.   Read the article  What the PARADIGM paper delivers  The article is based...

December 8, 2025News, ResearchRead more...

Stay engaged with the ISN in 2026 – join or renew your ISN membership 

ISN membership runs from January to December — renew now to enjoy uninterrupted access in 2026!  Through MYISN, members can access hundreds of hours of multi-lingual educational content at ISN Academy, explore the Kidney International®  and Kidney International Reports® archives online, and use the member directory to connect with colleagues across regions.   ISN membership also offers:   Reduced...

December 8, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...

Nearly 2,000 early-career nephrologists choose ISN membership – become part of the ISN global community!

Across all 10 ISN regions, hundreds of early-career nephrologists have chosen the ISN as their global professional home.   ISN Trainee memberships offer one year of free membership followed by three years at a reduced price so that early-career kidney care professionals globally can access career-building opportunities and a collaborative network of peers.  Choose the membership option...

November 24, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...

ISN around the world: Celebrating excellence and education at global events 

ISN leaders are spotlighting global kidney health in the Middle East in November and in North and East Asia, Western Europe, and South Asia throughout December, and celebrating two 2025 ISN Pioneer Award winners.  By sharing research, building partnerships, and amplifying regional voices, these engagements help advance the global conversation on equitable kidney care.   November 19th Congress of Asian Society of Transplantation (CAST 2025)    November 26-29, 2025                Zahra, Kuwait    November 28, Time TBD (Arabian Standard Time)   A highlight...

November 24, 2025ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

Kidney International® publishes new CKD remission paradigm, presented simultaneously at Kidney Week 2025

Kidney International® (KI) published "From progression to remission: a new paradigm for success in chronic kidney disease," by Nav Tangri, David Cherney, Katherine Tuttle, and Vlado Perkovic. The article was released at the same time as its presentation at ASN Kidney Week, increasing the study's visibility and reinforcing its significance to the global kidney community.  Read the article in KI  The research emphasizes a shift in...

November 10, 2025Journals, NewsRead more...

An ever-expanding network: New Collective-member society joins the ISN 

The ISN is pleased to welcome the Hellenic Association of Independent Nephrologists (HASIN) as its newest Collective-member society, reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing kidney care across Eastern and Central Europe.  Collective membership offers societies greater global visibility and engagement through:  ISN endorsement   Priority consideration for hosting joint events  Complimentary participation in the Global Village at the World Congress of Nephrology  Individual members of...

November 10, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...

Sydney Tang, SPWG chair, on the global voices, groundbreaking science, and real-world impact of the WCN’26 scientific program

By bringing together experts from diverse regions and disciplines, the WCN’26 Scientific Program Working Group (SPWG) ensures that the World Congress of Nephrology (WCN) delivers scientific content that is of the highest quality and globally representative. We spoke with Sydney Tang, WCN’26 SPWG chair, to explore the many facets of next year’s scientific program,...

November 10, 2025Events, News, WCNRead more...

Become a Fellow of the ISN: Recognition for long-term dedication  

 The Fellow of the ISN (FISN) status recognizes sustained dedication to the global kidney community and the ISN’s mission. It highlights a strong commitment to advancing kidney care, mentoring the next generation of nephrologists, and making a lasting impact on global kidney health   Awardees come from every corner of the globe — in 2025, 28% were from Western...

November 10, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...

Continue or begin your ISN journey with an enhanced membership experience 

ISN membership connects you to a global community driving progress in kidney care worldwide.  It’s now easier than ever to renew or join through the upgraded MYISN portal – designed to make your membership experience smoother, faster, and even more intuitive.  With the new MYISN portal, you can:  Renew your ISN membership in just a few...

October 27, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...