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...
“I look forward to continuing the pursuit of discoveries that deepen our understanding of PKD and ultimately improve the lives of patients and families affected by this disease.” Please join the ISN in congratulating Feng Qian, winner of the 2027 Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize for Advancement in the Understanding of Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD). Dr. Qian* is an...
Across the kidney care community, there are individuals whose work consistently sets standards — advancing research, strengthening education, and leading clinical innovation. These are people whose expertise is trusted, whose leadership shapes practice, and whose contributions extend well beyond their own institutions. Formal recognition does not always keep pace with the scale or reach of this...
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...
Celebrate outstanding contributions to kidney care! Please join us in congratulating all the winners of the 2026 ISN Awards. Vivekanand Jha – the Jean Hamburger Award John A. Kellum – the Bywaters Award Ron T. Gansevoort – the Lillian Jean Kaplan Prize for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) The winners will receive their awards at the ISN World Congress of...
By nominating an outstanding peer, you’re recognizing their achievements and helping to drive progress and elevate the global standard of care for people living with kidney disease. Dr. Adeera Levin, recipient of the 2024 Jean Hamburger Award, captured the spirit of this work: “Knowing that you can help take better care of people and answer important...
The ISN endorses educational and scientific events that help advance kidney care.* In April, ISN representatives will participate in the 1st International Conference of Doctors and Students in Nephrology in Croatia, and the Congress of the African Association of Nephrology (AFRAN). 1st International Conference of Doctors and Students in Nephrology Kidney in focus: Young physicians leading...
Know someone in kidney care or kidney-related research who stands out? Only ISN members can nominate candidates for ISN Awards – nominees, however, need not be ISN members. Find out more about the nomination requirements for each award in the links below. Send all nominations, supporting materials, questions, or candidate recommendations to the awards coordinator before...
The ISN-KI/KIR Editorial Fellows Session: The Best of 2024/25 Articles will take place at WCN’25 on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 9:45-11:15 a.m. KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awardees and ISN-KI Editorial Fellows will be honored during this session. KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Awards honor exceptional basic and clinical science research published in Kidney International® (KI) in the...
The ISN will honor Everard N. Barton (Jamaica) with the prestigious 2025 Pioneer Award for the ISN North America and the Caribbean region at the 17th Annual Caribbean International Conference on Nephrology and Hypertension. This hybrid event will take place on January 26, 2025, in Mona, Jamaica. The Award presentation will feature ISN President Masaomi...
Please join us in congratulating the 2025 ISN Awards and Pioneer Award winners. ISN Awards Shilpanjali Jesudason – the Roscoe Robinson Award Marie Trudel – the Lillian Jean Kaplan Prize for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) Ariela Benigni – the Alfred Newton Richards Award ISN Pioneer Award winners Africa: Boucar Diouf (Senegal) Eastern and Central Europe: Liliana Garneata (Romania) Latin America: Ana María...
Why is it important to nominate peers and colleagues for ISN Awards? Inspire and motivate: Recognition inspires others to strive for excellence and innovation in kidney care Promote best practices: Highlighting exemplary work spreads successful strategies in nephrology Increase support: Increased visibility attracts institutional and public support for kidney care initiatives Act quickly – the deadline is near!...
Join the ISN in recognizing trailblazers in kidney care by nominating outstanding individuals for the ISN 2025 Awards. Why nominate? Your nomination can highlight groundbreaking contributions and inspire future generations of nephrologists by: Increasing global impact: Recognize pioneers in kidney care and ensure their work gains international recognition. Honoring dedication: Acknowledge the commitment and achievements of your peers...
Agnes Fogo presenting Charles Alpers with the 2023 Roscoe R. Robinson Award at WCN’23 It’s time to nominate friends and colleagues whose work deserves international recognition. If you are an ISN member, you can support global excellence in kidney care by submitting a nomination for an ISN Award! Please send all nominations, supporting materials, questions, or...
The Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Association of Nephrology (NANCONF) will take place February 18-22, 2024, in Abeokuta, Nigeria. The meeting provides a fitting occasion to present the ISN 2023 Pioneer Award for the ISN Africa region to Adewale Akinsola from Nigeria. ISN President Masaomi Nangaku will highlight ISN activities and regional...
The 16th Annual Caribbean International Conference on Nephrology and Hypertension will take place in a hybrid format on January 27, 2024, in Mona, Jamaica. The meeting provides a fitting occasion to present the ISN 2023 Pioneer Award for the ISN North America and the Caribbean region to Merle L. Clarke from Saint Lucia. Dr. Clarke commented,...
Please join us in congratulating the ISN 2024 Award winners: Adeera Levin – the Jean Hamburger Award Motoko Yanagita – the Bywaters Award Michael Caplan – the Lillian Jean Kaplan International Prize Find out more about the winners and their outstanding work below. The recipients will be recognized at the ISN World Congress of Nephrology 2024, from April 13-16,...
Best Basic/Translational and Clinical Science publications in Kidney International® - KI-ISN Early-Career Researcher Award Kidney International® and the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) acknowledge the contribution made by our early-career researchers (ECR) across the globe. We would like to recognize their efforts by selecting the four best original research papers published in Kidney International® (2 basic/translational and...
The 53rd Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Nephrology (ISNCON 2023) will take place from December 14-17, 2023, in Kolkata, India, supported by the ISN Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program. The conference provides a fitting occasion to present the ISN 2023 Pioneer Award for the ISN South Asia region to Mohan M. Rajapurkar from...
The Kidney and Solid Organ Transplantation Advancement Strategy: Roadmap for Transition from Living Donation to Cadaveric Transplantation conference will take place from September 13-14, 2023, in Tbilisi, Georgia. It is the first joint conference of the South Caucasian countries Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan. The ISN will present Irma Tchokhonelidze (Georgia) with the ISN 2023 Pioneer...
