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An ever-expanding network: New Collective-member society joins the ISN 

The ISN is pleased to welcome the Hellenic Association of Independent Nephrologists (HASIN) as its newest Collective-member society, reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing kidney care across Eastern and Central Europe.  Collective membership offers societies greater global visibility and engagement through:  ISN endorsement   Priority consideration for hosting joint events  Complimentary participation in the Global Village at the World Congress of Nephrology  Individual members of...

November 10, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...

Sydney Tang, SPWG chair, on the global voices, groundbreaking science, and real-world impact of the WCN’26 scientific program

By bringing together experts from diverse regions and disciplines, the WCN’26 Scientific Program Working Group (SPWG) ensures that the World Congress of Nephrology (WCN) delivers scientific content that is of the highest quality and globally representative. We spoke with Sydney Tang, WCN’26 SPWG chair, to explore the many facets of next year’s scientific program,...

November 10, 2025Events, News, WCNRead more...

ISN Journal summaries on kidney transplantation in patients with plasma cell dyscrasia and gender differences in living kidney donation 

Kidney International®   Management recommendations for kidney transplantation in patients with plasma cell dyscrasia  Patients with plasma cell dyscrasia such as multiple myeloma and AL amyloidosis often develop kidney failure but have been underrepresented in kidney transplantation due to recurrence risk and poor outcomes. A multidisciplinary panel reviewed new evidence showing improved survival with modern therapies and expanding transplant eligibility....

November 10, 2025Journals, NewsRead more...

Become a Fellow of the ISN: Recognition for long-term dedication  

 The Fellow of the ISN (FISN) status recognizes sustained dedication to the global kidney community and the ISN’s mission. It highlights a strong commitment to advancing kidney care, mentoring the next generation of nephrologists, and making a lasting impact on global kidney health   Awardees come from every corner of the globe — in 2025, 28% were from Western...

November 10, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...

Continue or begin your ISN journey with an enhanced membership experience 

ISN membership connects you to a global community driving progress in kidney care worldwide.  It’s now easier than ever to renew or join through the upgraded MYISN portal – designed to make your membership experience smoother, faster, and even more intuitive.  With the new MYISN portal, you can:  Renew your ISN membership in just a few...

October 27, 2025Membership, NewsRead more...

ISN Participates: Celebrating excellence and education 

Throughout November, ISN leaders are bringing global kidney health into focus through participation in the USA, Romania, and Russia, and by honoring two 2025 ISN Pioneer Award winners. Whether sharing the latest research, building partnerships, or amplifying regional voices, these engagements help elevate the global conversation on equitable kidney care.  Where to find the ISN...

October 27, 2025ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

From genetic discoveries to digital health: Access cutting-edge science at ISN Frontiers Meeting 

The ISN is pleased to announce that the next ISN Frontiers Meeting will take place from September 5-7, 2026, in Dalian, China, co-organized with the Chinese Society of Nephrology (CSN)-Chinese Medical Association (CMA).  Learn more and save the date  This two-day global meeting will bring together leading experts, researchers, and clinicians to explore advances across four...

October 27, 2025Events, 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 felzartamab for IgA nephropathy and a new anti-podocin ELISA  

Kidney International®   Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2a study assessing the efficacy and safety of felzartamab for IgA nephropathy  A phase 2a trial tested felzartamab, an anti-CD38 antibody, in 54 patients with IgA nephropathy. Patients received different doses of felzartamab or placebo over six months.   Felzartamab reduced protein in the urine, with the strongest and longest-lasting effect seen...

October 27, 2025Journals, News, ResearchRead more...

Encouraging government action in Tajikistan: Implementing the ISN Dialysis Framework 

    The deputy minister of health and staff from the Health Department, Tajikistan, visit a new hemodialysis center opened with support from the ISN SRC Program   Irma Tchokhonelidze observed significant gaps in dialysis provision during her 2021 visits to kidney centers in Dushanbe, including limited diagnostic capacity, the absence of patient registries, and inconsistent follow-up...

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ISN International Expert Forum: Harnessing multidisciplinary insight for better CKM outcomes 

In October, 77 leading experts gathered in Amsterdam for the “ISN International Expert Forum: Exploring the Nexus of Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic Health,” a multidisciplinary meeting dedicated to shaping the future of cardio-kidney-metabolic (CKM) care.   Over one and a half days of dynamic discussion, participants explored ways to overcome barriers in care delivery, strengthen health system integration,...

October 27, 2025Events, NewsRead more...

HRH Prince Daniel of Sweden meets ISN Immediate Past-President, Masaomi Nangaku, in Japan to champion global kidney health 

On October 14, 2025, His Royal Highness Prince Daniel of Sweden visited ISN Immediate Past-President Masaomi Nangaku at the University of Tokyo Graduate School of Medicine. A kidney transplant recipient and patron of the ISN, Prince Daniel has long been an advocate for kidney disease awareness. They discussed ISN initiatives, including the Global Kidney Health...

October 27, 2025NewsRead more...

ISN Train-the-Trainer Program for pregnancy and kidney disease comes full circle as former trainees join the faculty 

A new cohort of trainees has been accepted into the program and will receive guidance from members of the inaugural cohort, now serving as faculty alongside senior mentors.   The ISN Train-the-Trainer program in pregnancy and kidney diseases, led by Shilpa Jesudason (Australia) and Michelle Hladunewich (Canada), aims to build a robust network of professionals...

October 27, 2025Education, Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Extreme weather, rising heat, new infections: Listen to the podcast on climate change and kidney health 

How is climate change threatening kidney health? Winston Fung talks to Vivekanand Jha, Maryvonne Hourmant, and Letizia De Chiara to explore how kidney health is put at risk when access to medication and healthcare is disrupted due to extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and emerging infections.  Listen to the episode  They emphasize that early detection and...

October 13, 2025Education, NewsRead more...

The power of polypills: Rethinking CKD therapy — a WCN’26 plenary with Anthony Rodgers  

Anthony Rodgers has led the development of a groundbreaking and affordable four-in-one cardiovascular "polypill" and directed major clinical trial programs in both developed and developing countries. At WCN'26, he will deliver the plenary lecture, "The potential of polypills in CKD," exploring how polypills could simplify therapies, improve adherence, and reduce cardiovascular risk in people...

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ISN Journal summaries on the DIALIZE-Outcomes trial and heat stress nephropathy in CKDu hotspots in India 

Kidney International®   The randomized DIALIZE-Outcomes trial evaluated sodium zirconium cyclosilicate in hemodialysis  People on hemodialysis often face dangerous swings in blood potassium that can trigger sudden death or heart rhythm problems.   The DIALIZE-Outcomes trial tested whether the potassium binder sodium zirconium cyclosilicate (SZC) could reduce serious cardiovascular events compared with placebo in 2,690 patients with kidney failure.  The...

October 13, 2025Journals, News, ResearchRead more...

From page to stage: Apply for a 2025 KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Award 

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...

October 13, 2025Awards, NewsRead more...

Build an early CKD detection program, one building block at a time 

Early detection of CKD can save lives and reduce healthcare costs by slowing progression, preventing complications, and avoiding costly dialysis or transplantation. Utilize the Starting and Sustaining Early CKD Detection and Intervention Programs Toolbox to address CKD detection gaps rand help improve care for those at risk.  Designed as a set of building blocks, the...

October 13, 2025Initiatives, ISN Toolkits, NewsRead more...

“Straightforward to detect and treat”: Marcello Tonelli on preventing kidney disease — watch the recording

"Kidney disease is straightforward to detect and straightforward to treat in primary care, if you provide people with the right tools and the right support." That was the message from ISN President Marcello Tonelli during "Kidney Health Matters: Advancing Commitments into Action," a high-level event co-hosted by the ISN and Devex on the sidelines...

October 13, 2025Advocacy, NewsRead more...

ISN launches implementation strategy in response to WHO kidney resolution

October 13, 2025, Building on the momentum of the first-ever WHO kidney health resolution adopted earlier this year, the ISN is launching an implementation strategy that aims toward translating global commitments into practical measures at the national level. ISN President Marcello Tonelli stated, “The ISN will lead dialogue and provide resources and expertise to support countries...

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