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ISN Journal editorial selections on lanreotide, predicting high-risk CKD, and mitochondrial diseases 

Kidney International®   A three-year randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of lanreotide in stage 2/3 autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease  Somatostatin analogues can reduce cyst volume in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), but their effect on kidney function remains uncertain.   This three-year randomized, placebo-controlled trial tested whether lanreotide could slow kidney function decline in adults with stage 2/3...

October 26, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

ISN global engagement in November: supporting kidney care education in Iran, China, and Sri Lanka 

This November, the ISN will contribute to nephrology events in Iran, China, Tunisia, and Sri Lanka, sharing expertise through scientific programs and raising awareness of ISN activities and opportunities.    20th International Congress of Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation (ICNDT 2026)  November 4-6, 2026 Isfahan, Iran  A recorded talk by ISN President Marcello Tonelli on the WHO resolution on...

October 26, 2026ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

Patient voices shaping better kidney care: the importance of earlier diagnosis 

Fiona Loud  A delayed kidney disease diagnosis can affect far more than treatment. It can leave people with little time to understand what is happening, prepare for what comes next, or make informed choices about their care.  For ISN Patient Liaison Advisory Group member Fiona Loud (UK), the warning signs stretched back years. Kidney damage was...

October 26, 2026Advocacy, NewsRead more...

Go further at WCN’27: Explore focused courses in kidney care 

Keep developing your expertise with knowledge and skills you can apply in clinical practice. Your WCN’27 registration includes complimentary access to a range of in-depth courses* that are designed around focused practical learning, case discussions, and expert exchange.  Register for WCN’27 at the early bird rate  Explore the full course program  Onco-Nephrology Course  Do you manage patients whose...

October 26, 2026News, WCNRead more...

Your research is published. Could it be award-winning?

Publishing original research in Kidney International® is already a significant achievement. If you are an eligible early-career researcher, take it further by applying for a KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Award for the chance to raise the visibility of your work and be recognized at WCN’27. Apply for a KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Award by December 11, 2026 Why...

October 26, 2026Awards, NewsRead more...

New GREEN-K paper lays the groundwork toward more sustainable kidney care procurement practices 

More than 70% of greenhouse gas emissions from kidney care come from the supply chain, making procurement systems a key opportunity to reduce environmental impact.  A new GREEN-K paper in Kidney International Reports® describes how the ISN-led GREEN-K Working Group developed a proposed global sustainable procurement framework for kidney care.      Read the paper  The authors combined an...

October 26, 2026Initiatives, NewsRead more...

ISN Journal editorial selections on dapagliflozin, Thailand’s CKD strategy, and misleading pseudocrescents in glomerulopathy 

Kidney International®   New insights from DAPA-CKD indicate that dapagliflozin modulates key pathways related to kidney outcomes  Dapagliflozin improves kidney outcomes in chronic kidney disease (CKD), but the mechanisms behind these benefits are not fully understood.   This DAPA-CKD proteomic analysis found that dapagliflozin modifies biological pathways linked to CKD progression, particularly those involving inflammation, fibrosis, and tissue remodeling.   The...

October 12, 2026Journals, News, UncategorizedRead more...

ISN global engagement in October: supporting kidney care education in France and Bosnia and Herzegovina  

This October, the ISN will contribute to nephrology events in France and Bosnia and Herzegovina.  11th Annual Congress of Société Francophone de Néphrologie Dialyse et Transplantation (SFNDT)  October 13-16, 2026 Paris, France  Join the ISN-ERA Joint Session on Wednesday, October 14, from 14:15-15:30 (Central European Summer Time).   ISN Emerging Leaders Program member Yannick Nlandu will moderate the session.     21st...

October 12, 2026ISN Participates, NewsRead more...

Explore content on novel treatments for kidney disease  

Wei Chen presenting at the ISN Frontiers meeting in Dalian, China  Selected content from the recent ISN Frontiers meeting in Dalian is now available at the ISN Academy.   Explore ISN Frontiers content  Discover ISN Frontiers industry content  Revisit key sessions and industry symposia on emerging treatments, artificial intelligence, rare kidney diseases, cardio-kidney-metabolic care, and more. Explore the Kidney International...

October 12, 2026Events, NewsRead more...

Build practical skills in managing AKI in the tropics with a new ISN Academy course 

How should clinicians recognize, assess, and manage acute kidney injury (AKI) linked to infections commonly encountered in tropical settings?  A new ISN Academy course, “Acute Kidney Injury in the Tropics,” offers a focused review of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and prevention of infection-related AKI, with practical guidance relevant to both adult and pediatric care.  Explore the...

October 12, 2026Education, NewsRead more...

Gain global recognition through Fellow of the ISN status 

Your work has helped move kidney care forward. Could it be time for that contribution to receive international recognition?  Professional recognition is more than a title. It can signal to colleagues and patients that an igloball professional community has acknowledged your work, experience, and commitment to kidney care.  The Fellow of the International Society of Nephrology...

October 12, 2026Membership, NewsRead more...

More accessible ISN membership in 2027: lower fees, same benefits 

Want to stay at the forefront of global kidney health, deepen your expertise, collaborate with peers worldwide, and access opportunities that can move your career forward?  In 2027, the ISN is making membership even more accessible to kidney health professionals around the world, while continuing to provide the benefits, resources and opportunities members value.  Explore the...

October 12, 2026Membership, NewsRead more...

Elevating patient experience within clinical care: Rita Charon to present plenary session on narrative medicine at WCN’27 

Behind every diagnosis is a patient with their own experiences, priorities, and story. Narrative medicine asks clinicians to pay closer attention to these stories and how they can inform medical decision-making.   Rita Charon (USA), a professor of medicine, literary scholar, and co-founder of the field of narrative medicine, will present “Narrative Power for Patients and...

October 12, 2026Events, News, WCNRead more...

ISN members, put your expertise in service of global kidney health: Apply to an ISN committee or working group 

This is your opportunity to lead, share your expertise, and collaborate with colleagues from around the world.  Expressions of interest are now open for positions on ISN committees and working groups for terms starting at the World Congress of Nephrology 2027.  ISN committee and working group members guide and shape the execution of ISN’s strategic activities...

October 12, 2026Governance, NewsRead more...

WKD 2027 campaign launches with new challenge and grant program 

World Kidney Day (WKD) launched its 2027 campaign, “Kidneys, heart, and metabolism: the core of your health,” on September 14. The campaign highlights the importance of caring for kidney, cardiovascular, and metabolic health as interconnected parts of overall health.    Get creative  This year, WKD invites everyone to take part in the new “Kidney Shape Challenge”: find, create, or capture something kidney-shaped in...

September 28, 2026Advocacy, News, World Kidney DayRead more...

ISN Journal summaries on pegcetacoplan, AVF maturation failure, and primary hyperoxaluria type 1 

Kidney International®   Real-world outcomes of pegcetacoplan in primary membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis  Pegcetacoplan is being explored as a treatment for C3 glomerulopathy and primary immune-complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis, but real-world evidence remains limited.   This observational study followed 25 pediatric and adult patients treated outside clinical trials, most of whom had not responded to conventional therapies.   Pegcetacoplan was associated with rapid...

September 28, 2026Journals, NewsRead more...

Get ready for WCN’27: 3 ways to take action now 

Start shaping your World Congress of Nephrology 2027 (WCN’27) experience now, with opportunities to get involved before the congress takes place.  Share your research: Submit an abstract by October 28  Submit your research to WCN’27 for the chance to share it on a global stage and contribute to the scientific exchange that moves nephrology forward. Previous...

September 28, 2026News, WCNRead more...

Patient voices shaping better kidney care: from addressing system barriers to patient advocacy 

  ​  ​   Manvir Victor (left) and Bill Wang  From navigating diagnosis and treatment to the practical and emotional challenges of everyday life, members of the ISN Patient Liaison Advisory Group shared what it means to live with kidney disease.   Challenging "systemic blindness" in kidney care  For Bill Wang in Hong Kong, one of the defining challenges...

September 28, 2026Advocacy, News, Other AdvocacyRead more...

ISN International Expert Forum explores complement therapeutics in clinical practice 

Speakers and delegates at the International Expert Forum: Complement Therapeutics in Clinical Practice in Kidney Disease in Singapore As complement therapeutics expand across kidney diseases, how should clinicians decide when to use them, how to monitor response, and when to change or stop treatment?  From September 16-18, 113 experts from 32 countries gathered in Singapore for...

September 28, 2026Education, Initiatives, NewsRead more...

Help build a clearer picture of international travel for organ transplantation 

You are invited to participate in an important anonymous online survey, “International travel for organ transplantation: surveying professionals’ experience,”* led by Dominique Martin and Georgina Irish from Deakin University and the Adelaide University, Australia.   The survey should take 5-15 minutes to complete and is available in 13 languages.  Complete the survey  Repeated every two years to track...

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