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ISN brings its members the latest news in research, highlights from current literature, comprehensive reviews, and in-depth case studies through Kidney International, Kidney International Reports, Kidney International Supplements, and Seminars in Nephrology.

10 years of Kidney International Reports®: transforming how kidney science is shared 

“We are truly a global journal: We do not just select [from] one area that has resources ... authors can submit their papers from whatever region they’re from.” Jai Radhakrishnan  As Kidney International Reports® (KIR) marks its 10th anniversary, a WCN'26 Kidney Studio interview with Editor-in-Chief Jai Radhakrishnan reflects on how a bold early commitment to open access and a dedication to...

June 8, 2026Journals, News, ResearchRead more...

KICR article in focus: rare late fungal infection after kidney transplantation 

A new case report in Kidney International Case Reports™ (KICR) describes an exceptionally rare delayed dual invasive fungal infection involving mucormycosis and aspergillosis in the native kidney of a kidney transplant recipient more than 10 years after transplantation.  Macroscopic appearance of small whitish tissue (fungal ball) passed in urine  The patient presented with fever, right loin...

May 26, 2026Journals, 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...

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...

Sharing bedside lessons: Writing a case report for Kidney International Case Reports™ 

Every nephrologist has encountered a case that stayed with them, one that challenged assumptions, raised new questions, or changed how they approach care. Turning that experience into a case report is not about including every detail, but about sharing the clinical lesson that others can apply.  Submit your case report to KICR  Kidney International Case Reports™...

February 23, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

ISN Journal summaries: effect of pravastatin on ADPKD and 10 years of Kidney International Reports®   

Kidney International®   A randomized controlled trial evaluated the effect of pravastatin on kidney disease outcomes in adult patients with early-stage autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease  This randomized, double-blind trial evaluated whether pravastatin could slow disease progression in adults with early autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) and preserved kidney function.   Researchers followed 150 participants receiving pravastatin or a placebo...

February 23, 2026Journals, ResearchRead more...

10 years of open access and evolving evidence at Kidney International Reports® 

Who can access the evidence that informs practice, and how quickly does that evidence reach the bedside? As Kidney International Reports® (KIR) celebrates its 10th anniversary throughout 2026, these two questions are as pertinent as ever for clinicians and researchers working in kidney care.   Reflections from KIR’s Editor-in-Chief Jai Radhakrishnan and Deputy Editor Sumit Mohan highlight how the journal’s editorial decisions, including a commitment to open access and a focus on practice-relevant research, have supported wider access...

February 9, 2026Journals, NewsRead 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...

Bedside insights to advance kidney care: Submissions open for new article type in Kidney International® 

Kidney International® (KI) introduces a new article type — “Clinical Journey in Translational Medicine” — spotlighting patient cases that link bedside observations to underlying mechanisms of disease.   Submissions are now open  This concise feature bridges clinical nephrology and discovery science, revealing how individual cases can advance understanding of pathophysiology, diagnostics, or treatment.   “The patient’s journey is ultimately what it’s all about. “Clinical Journey in...

January 12, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

ISN Emerging Leaders spotlight the role of non-physician health workers in kidney care 

Kidney International Reports® has published a paper from the ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) Cohort 3, “Expanding kidney care: How non-physician health workers can address the global CKD crisis.”   The publication explores how non-physician health workers — such as community health workers and nurses — can help close critical gaps in chronic kidney disease prevention...

October 27, 2025ELP, Grants, JournalsRead 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...

Meet the KI-ISN Early-Career Researchers and ISN-KI Editorial Fellows!

The ISN-KI/KIR Editorial Fellows Session: The Best of 2024/25 Articles will take place at WCN’25 on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 9:45-11:15 a.m.  KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awardees and ISN-KI Editorial Fellows will be honored during this session. KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awards honor exceptional basic and clinical science research published in Kidney International® (KI) in the...

February 3, 2025Awards, Journals, NewsRead more...

ISN Journal Summaries on Hypertension-avoidance Strategies and Age-based GFR    

Kidney International®  A Sub-study of the POISE-3 Randomized Trial Examined Effects of a Perioperative Hypotension-avoidance Strategy Versus a Hypertension-avoidance Strategy on the Risk of Acute Kidney Injury  This sub-study of the POISE-3 trial investigated whether a strategy to prevent low blood pressure during surgery could reduce the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI).   Researchers randomized 7,307 patients...

January 6, 2025Journals, News, ResearchRead more...

New Perspectives on Treatment Protocols: Kidney International® Publishes Late-breaking Clinical Trials

Two significant research studies were accepted as late-breaking clinical trials at Kidney Week 2024 and have subsequently been published in Kidney International®. Higher Intraoperative Blood Pressure Does Not Reduce Acute Kidney Injury in Non-Cardiac Surgery: What Do the Results of the POISE-3 Trial Tell Us?   The POISE-3 trial's analysis found no benefit in targeting a...

November 26, 2024Journals, News, ResearchRead more...

2024 KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awards & 2025-2027 ISN-KI Editorial Fellowships: Apply by Dec. 19!

Calling all early-career researchers! Have you published original research in Kidney International® in 2024? Apply now for the KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awards and be recognized at the World Congress of Nephrology 2025. This is your chance to showcase your work and receive $500! Who can apply?  First authors of original research papers (clinical or basic/translational science) Early-career...

October 28, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

Submit Your Research on Mitochondrial Function in DKD for the Chance to Feature in a Kidney International Reports® Special Edition

Submit your manuscript here by July 31, 2024 Kidney International Reports® will publish a dedicated issue on mitochondrial function in diabetic kidney disease (DKD) later this year. Understanding mitochondrial dynamics and metabolism is crucial for therapeutic advancements in DKD. This special issue will offer a detailed exploration of these aspects through original research and comprehensive reviews. Find...

February 19, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

Latest ISN Journal Editorial Selections

Kidney International® Living Kidney Donors’ Healthcare Needs, Experiences and Perspectives Across Their Entire Donation Trajectory: A Semi-Structured, In-depth Interview Study This qualitative descriptive study examined the experiences of living kidney donors (LKDs) throughout care. It aimed to identify gaps in information and care as LKDs transitioned through different phases. The results reveal gaps in post-donation care for...

February 5, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

Latest ISN Journal Editorial Selections

Kidney International® Executive Summary of the KDIGO 2024 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Lupus Nephritis The Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) has updated its Glomerular Diseases Guideline for lupus nephritis (LN) in response to accelerated drug development and new insights from genetic and molecular studies. Read the updated guideline here The most significant change involves...

January 9, 2024Journals, NewsRead more...

Read the Latest ISN Journal Editorial Selections

Kidney International® Repurposing Drugs for Diseases Associated With Podocyte Dysfunction Due to recent advances in understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying podocyte injury, there is potential for repurposing already approved therapeutics for treating these disorders. This mini-review explores the complexities of repurposing drugs for kidney treatment, emphasizing the importance of extensive testing, emerging technologies, early intervention,...

September 18, 2023ELP, Journals, News, ResearchRead more...