The mystery of chronic kidney disease of unknown origin (CKDu) continues to puzzle researchers, but efforts to solve it are gaining ground. The i3C Network is steadily expanding, bringing together researchers, clinicians, and public health experts with one shared goal: to uncover the causes behind CKDu and protect vulnerable populations. In July, over 40 experts...
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...
Kidney International® Women and kidney health: Conclusions from a Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) Controversies Conference The conference highlighted key sex- and gender-specific issues in kidney care, emphasizing chronic kidney disease’s (CKD) impact on women’s reproductive health and pregnancy outcomes. Recommendations included counseling, multidisciplinary pregnancy management, and systematic monitoring of kidney function, blood pressure, and proteinuria. The...
Faculty and delegates at the 5th Congress of the Senegalese Society of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation The ISN Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program recently supported the 5th Congress of the Senegalese Society of Nephrology, Dialysis, and Transplantation (SOSENDT) in Saly, Senegal, which gathered 332 participants from across Sub-Saharan Africa. Two ISN-supported speakers attended: Eric Goffin...
Professor Chothia presenting on electrolyte and acid-base disorders during an ISN Educational Ambassador visit A recent training at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) in the Maldives highlights the far-reaching benefits of the ISN Educational Ambassadors Program. Led by Mogamat Yazied Chothia, associate professor of medicine and consultant nephrologist at Stellenbosch University and Tygerberg Hospital in...
Paola Romagnani will present on how the balance between podocyte injury and the kidney’s repair mechanisms shapes disease progression, influencing outcomes from reversible lesions to more severe forms such as focal segmental glomerulosclerosis or collapsing glomerulopathy. Registration for WCN’26 opens September 16 – find out more! Learn more about Professor Romagnani
In August, the ISN was represented in Chennai, India, at the 4th Annual Conference of Women in Nephrology-India (WIN-ICON 2025). ISN executive director Charu Malik delivered a virtual talk, “Opportunities for young nephrologists in ISN.” In September At the 60th Australian and New Zealand Society of Nephrology (ANZSN) Congress (August 30 – September 3, Perth, Western...
The ISN Foundation Fellowship Course* has recently been updated to better support early-career nephrologists. The course offers a solid grounding in clinical nephrology. The modules can be completed separately and include the following topics: Acute kidney injury Glomerular diseases Dialysis modalities and conservative kidney care management Chronic kidney disease Electrolytes and acid-base disorders Kidney transplantation Hosted at the ISN Academy, it...
Lao transplant team, including past ISN Fellows Noot Sengthavisouk (far left) and Chanmaly Keomany (far right), observing at Ramathibodi Hospital in Thailand In 2007, kidney care in Laos was limited to a few dialysis beds, with no capacity for kidney biopsy, peritoneal dialysis, or transplantation. Over the past two decades, the ISN Fellowship Program and...
To help kidney care professionals stay current with the evolving impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on kidney health, the ISN Academy has launched a dedicated AI resource page: A curated, growing collection of essential content that bridges nephrology and emerging technologies. Explore the AI resource page at the ISN Academy This resource features materials from leading...
Dr. Devarajan (wearing a suit) with the SAT Team at the National Pediatric Nephrology Conclave 2022, supported by the ISN An ISN Sister Renal Centers (SRC) collaboration between Sree Avittam Thirunal (SAT) Hospital in Kerala, India, and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC), USA, has played a transformative role in developing pediatric nephrology services at...
Kidney International® The Mayo MGRS Prediction Tool calculates the risk of finding monoclonal gammopathy of renal significance in a kidney biopsy in patients with monoclonal gammopathy Determining which patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and monoclonal gammopathy should undergo a kidney biopsy to diagnose monoclonal gammopathy of renal significance (MGRS) remains a clinical challenge. Researchers developed and...
From global policy tools to community-driven projects and early-career development, ISN's research initiatives offer meaningful opportunities for all professionals committed to advancing kidney care. Whether you're just starting out or looking to broaden your impact, you can grow, collaborate, and drive real impact through ISN-supported research activities. We invited several contributors to share what...
Kazutoshi Mori, distinguished professor at Kyoto University’s Institute for Advanced Study, will present the WCN’26 plenary session “Dynamics of the function and regulation of the endoplasmic reticulum.” The lecture will explore how cellular stress responses are managed within the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), with implications for chronic diseases, including those affecting the kidneys. Registration for...
Presenting an abstract at the ISN World Congress of Nephrology (WCN) is a chance to be part of something bigger — a global exchange of ideas that drives innovation and improves lives. Join experts and changemakers from around the world to share breakthroughs, spark collaboration, and make your mark on the future of kidney care. Showcase...
The ISN invites renal pathologists, nephrologists and trainees from lower-, lower-middle-, and upper-middle-income countries to apply for an ISN Renal Pathology Bursary available for several key educational events in 2026. These bursaries aim to enhance diagnostic expertise, facilitating the early detection of kidney diseases and ultimately improving patient outcomes. Please read the guidelines carefully and submit...
A recent editorial by members of the ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) cohort 3, published in Kidney International Reports®, explores urgent global disparities in chronic kidney disease (CKD) diagnostics. The piece highlights barriers to early detection—such as limited access to basic testing, biopsy services, and genetic evaluation—and proposes a tiered strategy to address these...
The ISN Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) fosters leadership potential to drive change in global kidney health. Since its launch, the ELP has become a springboard for early-career nephrologists and researchers to lead initiatives, shape policy, and influence the future of nephrology both locally and globally. Applications for the ISN Emerging Leaders Program are open! Apply...
The ISN invites all to participate in the “KDIGO Global Survey on the Utilization and Implementation of KDIGO Guidelines.” Take the survey The survey aims to understand how KDIGO Guidelines are applied in daily practice and where challenges or gaps remain. Your insights will help tailor future guidance to better meet the needs of kidney health...
From the USA to Oceania and Southeast Asia and Latin America, ISN leaders are spotlighting global kidney health throughout July and August. 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 this July and August The Columbia Renal...
