By YNC Chair Bianca Davidson Do you sometimes feel unsure when reading clinical research papers or meta-analyses? You’re not alone — recent surveys show that one of the biggest challenges reported by young nephrologists was limited training in research interpretation. That’s where the ISN Young Nephrologists Capacity Building Committee steps in. To support early-career professionals, the...
Was your original research published in Kidney International® in 2025? Here’s a chance to have your work showcased at the World Congress of Nephrology 2026 in Yokohama, Japan — and receive $500! Find out more and apply by December 5 Who can apply for a KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Award? First authors of original research papers (clinical or basic/translational...
WCN Abstract Working Group co-chairs Alessia Fornoni (left) and Bianca Davidson According to WCN Abstract Working Group co-chair* Alessia Fornoni, WCN is "designed to promote 'bedside to research and back' networking opportunities with a global impact." Submitting an abstract is therefore not only about presenting results but also about: Gaining visibility Building connections Receiving valuable feedback from...
The mystery of chronic kidney disease of unknown origin (CKDu) continues to puzzle researchers, but efforts to solve it are gaining ground. The i3C Network is steadily expanding, bringing together researchers, clinicians, and public health experts with one shared goal: to uncover the causes behind CKDu and protect vulnerable populations. In July, over 40 experts...
From global policy tools to community-driven projects and early-career development, ISN's research initiatives offer meaningful opportunities for all professionals committed to advancing kidney care. Whether you're just starting out or looking to broaden your impact, you can grow, collaborate, and drive real impact through ISN-supported research activities. We invited several contributors to share what...
Presenting an abstract at the ISN World Congress of Nephrology (WCN) is a chance to be part of something bigger — a global exchange of ideas that drives innovation and improves lives. Join experts and changemakers from around the world to share breakthroughs, spark collaboration, and make your mark on the future of kidney care. Showcase...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Anisha Gerber, a pediatric nephrologist and assistant professor at the University of Virginia, became a mentee in 2023 while completing her fellowship. She was matched with Nivedita Kamath at St. John's Medical College in Bangalore, India. Apply to be a mentee by July 1 According to Anisha, the mentorship partnership has been instrumental in advancing her...
ISN Mentee Felix-Mihai Maralescu Apply to the ISN Mentorship Program as a mentee by July 1 Felix-Mihai Maralescu, a young nephrologist from the Romanian city of Santana, was looking for research guidance when he was accepted into the ISN Mentorship Program. What he gained was a career-defining milestone! Apply to the ISN Mentorship Program Paired with Jochen Raimann...
PLOS Global Public Health recently hosted a roundtable with the lead authors of ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA) articles they published earlier this year. The authors highlight key insights from their research, which examined disparities in the availability, affordability, quality, and access to kidney care services across countries categorized by World Bank income group classifications. Watch...
The ISN-ACT Toolkit now features a section on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in clinical trials to help improve clarity, consistency, and traceability in clinical trial processes. Access the SOP section of the ISN Clinical Trials Toolkit here Contributed by ISN-Advancing Clinical Trials Committee member Paula Andrea Marioli (Argentina) and colleagues, the section includes: Suggested SOP format – a structured guide...
PLOS Global Public Health recently published a series of articles using data from the third edition of the ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA), exploring gaps in availability, affordability, quality, and access to kidney care services across countries by World Bank income group classifications. Read the individual papers in PLOS Global Public Health: “Landscape of kidney replacement...
PLOS Global Public Health recently published a series of articles using data from the third edition of the ISN-Global Kidney Health Atlas (ISN-GKHA), exploring gaps in availability, affordability, quality, and access to kidney care services across countries by World Bank income group classifications. Read the individual papers in PLOS Global Public Health: “Landscape of Kidney Replacement...
Kidney International® KDIGO 2025 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Evaluation, Management, and Treatment of Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD): Executive Summary The KDIGO 2025 Clinical Practice Guideline for ADPKD is the first global guideline on the evaluation, management, and treatment of this genetic disorder, focusing on areas such as diagnosis, kidney manifestations, disease progression, and extrarenal...
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...
The accepted abstracts for the ISN World Congress of Nephrology (WCN) 2025 are now published in the latest supplement to Kidney International Reports®. Read the abstracts here WCN’25 registration is possible on-site from February 5 – find out more here.
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...
