Essential reading for kidney health professionals
Whether you’re looking for insights on the latest discoveries, practical clinical updates, or global perspectives, ISN Journals provide trusted, peer-reviewed research in kidney health. ISN members enjoy full access to Kidney International® and Kidney International Supplements, and benefit from reduced publication fees in Kidney International Reports®.
Kidney International®
Kidney International Reports®
Kidney International Supplements
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Bi-weekly summaries of the latest research
ISN Journal summaries on gender-specific kidney health and ethical considerations in CKDu research
Kidney International® Women and kidney health: Conclusions from a Kidney Disease: Improving...
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Kidney International® A nationwide register-based cohort study examined the association between preeclampsia...
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Kidney International® The Standardized Outcomes in Nephrology (SONG) initiative: A decade of...
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Kidney International® Designing clinical trials for the treatment of membranous nephropathy in...
Read MoreISN Journal summaries on nephrotic syndrome in children and obesity’s role in CKD
Kidney International® Executive summary of the KDIGO 2025 Clinical Practice Guideline for...
Read MoreISN Journal summaries on CONVINCE trial findings and kidney transplantation in Iran
Kidney International® A health economic evaluation of the multinational, randomized controlled CONVINCE...
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KIR publishes on findings from the ISN Western Europe Regional Board survey on preferred meeting formats
Kidney International Reports® (KIR) has published as an article-in-press the results...
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Kidney International®
A ‘translational journal’ that combines basic and clinical sciences
12.6 | Impact factor (2024)
Kidney International® (KI) is an ISN Journal publishing global studies and commentaries that translate laboratory discoveries into treatments, guidelines, or improved understanding of kidney disease for real-world medical applications.
Each monthly edition comprises:
A dedicated “magazine” section with a strong educational focus featuring expert reviews of significant papers from nephrology and related fields. This section and the “Journal Club” and “Nephrology Digests” make key research published elsewhere more accessible to readers. It also includes “Controversies” on timely topics and insightful Editorials.
A section dedicated to original research papers, publishing an average of 10–12 articles per issue each month. This section also features “Images in Nephrology” and “Make Your Diagnosis,” highlighting challenging cases.
Kidney International reports®
Leading open-access journal in kidney care research.
ISN members: Enjoy a 25% discount on publication fees
5.7 | Impact factor (2024)
Kidney International Reports® (KIR) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal publishing leading research and developments related to kidney health.
Dedicated to improving the lives of people living with kidney diseases, the journal publishes original clinical and select translational articles and educational content related to the pathogenesis, evaluation, and management of acute and chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, transplantation, acid-base, fluid and electrolyte disturbances and hypertension.
The journal especially welcomes submissions on clinical trials, epidemiology, systematic reviews (including meta-analyses) and outcomes research. It also serves as a platform for disseminating national and regional guidelines and consensus meeting reports. Article categories include full-length research articles, research letters and case reports, as well as editorials, narrative reviews, and commentaries on recent developments in the field.
- KI Reports Community offers a dedicated space for a variety of content, including expert commentaries, article summaries and educational material for the KIR nephrology community.
Submit your research to KIR and enjoy a 25% discount on publication fees for papers accepted in Kidney International Reports® if you are an ISN member.
Kidney International Supplements
A valuable addition to your KI subscription
89.6 | Impact factor (2024)
Kidney International Supplements is a complimentary ISN journal included in a KI subscription. It is a peer-reviewed journal focusing on sponsored, topical content of interest to kidney care professionals.