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...
Kidney International® Executive summary of the KDIGO 2026 Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) The KDIGO 2026 guideline updates the management of anemia in CKD in light of new evidence and emerging therapies since the 2012 update. It provides evidence-based recommendations on diagnosis and treatment, including iron therapy, erythropoiesis-stimulating agents, hypoxia-inducible factor–prolyl hydroxylase inhibitors,...
Genetic testing is rapidly reshaping kidney care — and nephrologists who understand when and how to use it can diagnose earlier, tailor treatment more precisely, and improve outcomes for patients and their families. Explore the Genetics Curriculum To help clinicians build this essential skill set, the ISN Academy has launched the Genetics Curriculum, an online program designed to make nephro-genetics practical, accessible, and...
Visual featured in the KIR editorial on its 10th anniversary To mark 10 years of the ISN Journal Kidney International Reports® (KIR), we spoke with Editor-in-Chief Jai Radhakrishnan and Deputy Editor Sumit Mohan about the journal’s origins, defining moments, and how its mission has evolved over the past decade. Explore all ISN Journals Creating a home for...
By Iman Al Shamsi (YNC member, WCN subcommittee chair) From the calm of cherry blossom season to world-leading innovation, Japan offers an inspiring backdrop for WCN. It is a place that invites both focus and discovery — from thought-provoking scientific sessions to the shared moments of exchange and networking that stay with you long after the congress ends. The ISN Young Nephrologist...
At WCN’26, the high-impact trials (HIT) and late-breaking clinical trials (LBCT) sessions will show you what matters most for patient care right now. From headline results to ongoing studies, attendees will gain insights to translate evidence into better clinical decisions. Adeera Levin, chair of both the ISN–Advancing Clinical Trials Committee and the WCN’26 LBCT Advisory Group, explains that these sessions highlight the clinical trials most impactful to kidney care professionals, “This helps...
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...
Delegates and faculty at the ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases in Taipei, Taiwan The latest edition of the ISN Primer Course in Glomerular Diseases took place in Taipei, Taiwan, as a pre-congress course at the 23rd Asian Pacific Congress of Nephrology in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of Taiwan Society of Nephrology, bringing together 99 delegates from 15 countries, along with faculty and representatives from supporting partners. The course provided clinicians with up-to-date guidance on diagnosing, interpreting, and managing the...
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...
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...
Claudio Ponticelli. Photograph courtesy of claudioponticelli.com The ISN honors the memory of Claudio Ponticelli, who passed away in January 2026. He was a distinguished nephrologist based in Milan, Italy. A longstanding ISN member, Dr. Ponticelli served as a member of the ISN Council and the ISN Nominating Committee. His scientific work focused on kidney transplantation,...
President Marcello Tonelli celebrates milestone achievements and global progress for kidney health in 2025 Dear ISN community, As 2025 comes to a close, I am proud to reflect on a truly transformative year for the global kidney community. Historic milestones have elevated kidney health on the world stage, including the adoption of the first-ever WHO kidney...
December 16, 2025 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) welcomes the adoption of the political declaration from the fourth high-level meeting of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly on the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and the promotion of mental health and well-being, held on September 25, 2025. The declaration sets out renewed commitments...
Across the ISN’s research groups and committees, this year has been defined by one theme: Turning global collaboration into real-world impact. From uncovering the drivers of chronic kidney disease of unknown origin (CKDu) to strengthening renal registries and shaping the next wave of clinical trials, these groups have been steadily building momentum — work...
This year, the ISN Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program continued to bring kidney care education closer to the professionals who need it most. From regional conferences to hands-on workshops, the program supported nine events in 2025, each confirming the same story: When nephrologists gain practical, context-driven skills, their confidence grows — and that confidence...
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...
The ISN has launched Kidney International Case ReportsTM (KICR), a new open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to high-quality case reports, focused reviews, and short clinical communications relevant to kidney care. The publication is led by Editor-in-Chief Swapnil Hiremath (University of Ottawa, Canada) and Deputy Editor Arvind Conjeevaram (Trustwell Hospitals, India). KICR is now accepting submissions. Find...
Kidney International® Implementing the commitments of the WHO Kidney Health Resolution: Initial steps in three diverse settings Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 850 million people globally, with the highest burden in low- and middle-income countries. The WHA78 kidney health resolution offers a unique opportunity to advance prevention and care. This editorial presents case studies from Guatemala, Thailand,...
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 1, 2025 The International Society of Nephrology (ISN) is proud to announce the launch of Kidney International Case Reports (KICR), a new peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality case reports, focused reviews, and short clinical communications relevant to kidney care. An official ISN Journal, KICR joins Kidney International®, Kidney International Reports®, and Kidney International...
