Join the pioneering global kidney care community
Unlock exclusive access to resources and scientific content, network with passionate professionals dedicated to improving kidney care worldwide, and make a difference.
Annual membership fees
Lower membership fees. Same access to ISN benefits.
ISN fees are adjusted according to World Bank Income Classifications, but membership is always free for those from low-income countries, ensuring everyone can join and benefit.
Full member (Online, 1 year, HIC)
USD 230 USD 175
Be a part of the pioneering global nephrology society.
Which membership category is right for you?
I have a medical degree
- I am currently in a designated nephrology training program → Trainee member
- I am not currently in a designated nephrology training program → Full member
I do not have a medical degree
- I am currently studying to become a medical doctor or equivalent → Student member
- I have a health-related doctoral degree, such as a PhD → Full member
- I am an allied-health professional without a health-related doctoral degree → Associate member
- I do not fit the categories above, but I have an interest in kidney health → Associate member
Still not sure? Contact the ISN Membership team before you join or renew.
Membership options for everyone
ISN membership is open to medical doctors, trainees, students, allied-health professionals, scientists and others with an interest in kidney health. Equity starts with us, and that includes how we approach our membership options. ISN membership runs from January to December. Check which membership category is right for you.
Full Membership |
Trainee Membership |
Student Membership |
Associate Membership |
Emeritus Membership |
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For medical doctors, or scientists/allied-health with a health-related doctoral degree |
For medical doctors who are actively part of a designated nephrology training program |
For students currently studying to become a medical doctor (MD/equivalent) |
For allied-health professionals or individuals interested in kidney disease |
For Full Members with at least 10 years of ISN membership who are retired, disabled, or facing hardships |
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| Kidney International® online & Kidney International SupplementsTM | - | ||||
| ISN Academy full access | |||||
| Grants Programs | |||||
| Reduced ISN event rates | |||||
| Voting rights | - | - | |||
| Hold office | - | - | - | ||
| Publication fee discount with accepted papers in Kidney International Reports® | 20% | 20% | 20% | - | 20% |
| Publication Fee discount with accepted papers in Kidney International Case ReportsTM | 50% | 50% | 50% | - | 50% |
| Seminars in Nephrology Journal® - for members only | USD 65 | USD 35 | USD 35 | USD 65 | USD 65 |
Accepted papers in Kidney International Case Reports™: free publication for all authors until December 31, 2026. ISN members benefit from a 50% reduction on publication fees in 2027, and a 20% reduction on publication fees from 2028 onwards.
ISN Trainee and Student memberships are available for a maximum duration of 5 years.
ISN Collective membership is available for societies interested in providing ISN membership to all their members.
Through Research4Life, the publication fee for accepted papers in Kidney International Reports® is free if all authors come from Group A countries and 50% if all authors come from Group B countries.
Membership terms and conditions
The ISN Network
Why join the ISN?
Because nothing drives you more than the desire to advance kidney health worldwide, together. It’s not about only believing that equitable access is possible, it’s about making it happen. When you become a member of the International Society of Nephrology, you’re making a real impact while also:
What our members say
In our community, voices are heard, lasting impacts are made, and passion translates into action.
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