The ISN values the perspectives and contributions of its younger members and supports them as they develop into the next generation of global kidney health leaders. The ISN Young Nephrologists Committee (ISN YNC) is a key part of this commitment, bringing together early-career professionals from around the world to contribute to ISN activities and develop their networks, skills, and leadership experience. For 2026–28, eight new...
ISN advocacy drives global momentum for kidney care Dear Colleagues and Friends, Just over a year ago, the adoption of the WHO kidney health resolution marked a historic step forward, recognizing kidney disease as a priority within the noncommunicable disease agenda. This anniversary is a reminder that our work now lies in translating that recognition into...
Concerned about the environmental impact of kidney care but unsure where to start? The ISN Green Nephrology Toolkit offers practical guidance to help healthcare professionals introduce simple, sustainable changes within their kidney care units. Explore the toolkit Developed in collaboration with the ISN Emerging Leaders Program cohort 2 with support from the GREEN-K* steering committee, the toolkit is designed for teams at any stage of their sustainability...
The WCN’26 interviews with abstract award winners offer a snapshot of the ideas, methods, and questions shaping kidney care today. Alongside their findings, several winners noted the value of ISN Grant opportunities in supporting their research. Masaya Muto (Japan), winner of the Young Nephrologists Best Abstract Award: Basic Science, highlighted a novel automated immunoassay designed to detect anti-nephrin autoantibodies with high sensitivity. His team’s...
Featured in the March edition of Kidney International Reports®, the ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) cohort 3 article, “Expanding kidney care: How non-physician health workers can address the global CKD crisis,” explores how non-physician healthcare professionals can help strengthen chronic kidney disease detection, referral, and care beyond specialist settings. Read the paper At WCN’26, cohort 3 members will take this conversation further through examples from India, Fiji, Nigeria,...
Toolkits Impact Grants Research Academy Advocacy Membership Donate Explore how the ISN is building capacity and advancing kidney care Discover tools to empower your kidney care...
Toolkits Impact Grants Research Academy Advocacy Membership Donate Explore how the ISN is building capacity and advancing kidney care Discover tools to empower your kidney...
Early detection of kidney disease is critical to preventing complications and improving outcomes. Yet, in many settings, non-physician healthcare professionals are the first and sometimes only point of contact for at-risk populations. A new ISN Academy curriculum, Empowering Non-Physician Healthcare Workers: Early Kidney Disease Detection and Care, aims to strengthen frontline kidney care by equipping non-physician healthcare professionals with practical, accessible...
In 2025, ISN Grants supported educational and capacity-building activities worldwide in response to local needs: The Educational Ambassadors Program supported 5 ambassadors for targeted training visits in Peru, Rwanda, Pakistan, the Maldives, and Tajikistan 23 ISN Fellowships, 14 Interventional Nephrology Scholarships, and 4 Clinical Research Grants were awarded Emerging Leaders Program cohort 3 worked on exciting projects spotlighting the role of non-physician health workers in kidney care; Members of cohort 4 have now been selected 7 Sister Renal and Transplant Centers pairs graduated from the program The Continuing Medical...
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...
Across all 10 ISN regions, hundreds of early-career nephrologists have chosen the ISN as their global professional home. ISN Trainee memberships offer one year of free membership followed by three years at a reduced price so that early-career kidney care professionals globally can access career-building opportunities and a collaborative network of peers. Choose the membership option...
Whether you’re presenting at a meeting, posting on social media, mentoring trainees, or simply talking with colleagues, your experiences can inspire others to connect, learn, and get involved with the ISN. This toolkit gives you simple, ready-to-use content to help you spread the word and share your story. Use what’s here, adapt it, make it...
ISN advocacy initiatives to turn global kidney pledges into action As we approach the end of 2025, I am proud to reflect on what has been a truly remarkable year for the global kidney community. Historic milestones marked the year, elevating kidney health on the world stage, particularly with the adoption of the first-ever WHO...
The ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) develops leadership potential to drive change in global kidney health. Since its launch, it has become a catalyst for early-career nephrologists and researchers to champion advocacy, expand research, and foster innovation in kidney care worldwide. Hurry – apply for the ISN Emerging Leaders Program by September 15! Here are some...
Building on a strong foundation of collaboration and training in East Africa, including the establishment of an ISN Regional Training Center in Kenya, the ISN is proud to partner on a promising new pilot project aimed at strengthening kidney care capacity in the region. The long-term vision is for this pilot to serve as...
In this thought-provoking episode of the ISN Global Kidney Care Podcast, Winston Fung, Isabelle Ethier, and Caroline Stigant explore how kidney care contributes to climate change and what can be done to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining high-quality outcomes. Find out how: Plastic waste adds up: Peritoneal dialysis alone generates over 30,000 tons of PVC...
ISN Mentorships foster meaningful connections between experienced nephrologists and early-career professionals, creating a ripple effect toward advancing kidney care worldwide. The program offers a valuable opportunity for mentors to share knowledge, use their collaborative skills, and gain the personal satisfaction of helping others. Apply here by April 1 Mentorship is a two-way street, as mentors benefit...
The ISN endorses educational and scientific events that help advance kidney care. Whether large or small, events focusing on region-specific topics may qualify for this recognition. Apply for ISN endorsement for enhanced visibility, scientific merit, and educational impact — learn more and apply here. 20th Congress of the International Pediatric Nephrology Association, IPNA 2025 February 19-23,...
The WCN'25 scientific program spans four key themes, offering something for everyone. Whether your focus is on improving kidney health worldwide, holistic care, chronic kidney management, or cutting-edge advances in genetics and AI, you'll find sessions designed to inform, inspire, and shape the future of global kidney care. "Better Kidney Health" includes: Making the Case: Investing...
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