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Sept 28, 2026

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Outcomes from the ISN International Expert Forum on cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic care published in KI
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ISN Journal summaries on pegcetacoplan, AVF maturation failure, and primary hyperoxaluria type 1
 
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Get ready for WCN’27: 3 ways to take action now
Start shaping your World Congress of Nephrology 2027 (WCN’27) experience now. Put your research forward for the chance to share it on a global stage, find out whether you qualify for a travel grant, and discover focused courses to deepen your expertise in kidney care.
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Patient voices shaping better kidney care: from addressing system barriers to patient advocacy
Behind every kidney disease diagnosis is a person navigating uncertainty, practical challenges, and sometimes too little information. Hear from ISN Patient Liaison Advisory Group members Bill Wang and Manvir Victor on the barriers they faced and what their experiences can teach us about more person-centered care.
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ISN International Expert Forum explores complement therapeutics in clinical practice
Using current evidence for complement therapeutics in aHUS, C3G/IC-MPGN, IgAN, ANCA-associated vasculitis, and beyond, the program covered how clinicians should decide when to use them, how to monitor responses, and when to change or stop treatment.
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WKD 2027 campaign launches with new challenge and grant program
As part of the 2027 campaign, “Kidneys, heart, and metabolism: the core of your health”, World Kidney Day invites everyone to take part in the new Kidney Shape Challenge: find, create, or capture something kidney-shaped in art, nature, food, or everyday life. A new grant program will also support selected WKD activities in low- and middle-income countries.
Get involved in WKD
 
Upcoming deadlines + opportunities
 
Share your research: Submit your abstract to WCN'27
 
Are you eligible for support to attend WCN'27? Apply for a travel grant

Apply for an ISN Fellowship by October 1, including special fellowships on glomerular diseases

Apply to the ISN Sister Centers Programs by October 1 and October 15

Apply to be part of the WCN'27 Social Media Team by December 18
 
 
 
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