INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF RENAL NUTRITION & METABOLISM
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BEST ORAL ABSTRACTS
#29# Risk Factors of Frailty in Elderly Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: a cross-sectional observational study in China
Che Wang,Guangyan Cai
#185# Effects of an intradialytic bicycle ergometer exercise program on mitochondrial biogenesis markers in CKD patients
Jessyca Brito、Drielly Reis、Greicielle Silva、Bruna Paiva、Natalia Borges、Ludmila Cardozo、Denise Mafra
BEST POSTER ABSTRACTS
#214# Effects of propolis supplementation on uremic toxins in patients undergoing hemodialysis: a randomized, double-blind controlled clinical trial
Larissa Fonseca、Tuany Chermut、Nathalia Figueiredo、Viviane de Oliveira Leal、Natalia Alvarenga Borges、Ludmila FMF Cardozo、Livia Alvarenga、Bruna Regis、Andressa Berreta、Marcelo Ribeiro-Alves、Lia S Nakao、Denise Mafra
#54# The effect of ß-glucan prebiotic on the gut microbiome, uremic toxins and kidney function in predialysis chronic kidney disease participants: A randomized controlled trial.
Zarina Ebrahim、Sebastian Proost、Raes Jeroen、Renée Blaauw、Glorieux Griet、Tito Raul Yhossef、Mohamed Rafique Moosa
Thanks to all the sponsors and participants to their support of ICRNM 2022.
The ISRNM Patient Resources Committee developed a short survey to gather feedback on our Patients' Corner from patients with kidney disease, their families and caretakers, and healthcare professionals. The survey will just take a few minutes of your time.
Your participation is voluntary and your responses will be analyzed anonymously.
To begin, please click HERE.
Thank you very much in advance for participating this important survey!
New Collaborations and Partnerships with ISRNM in 2023
We are very honoured to announce some new collaborating partners with ISRNM in the coming years.
i) we are collaborating with the Korean Society of Nephrology (KSN) to advance education in renal nutrition and metabolism in the coming years. Our first partnering event is a Joint session of KSN and ISRNM in the coming KSN annual scientific Meeting in 30 April 2023. Kindly see attached link for more details.
ii) we are very honoured to collaborate with European Renal Association (ERA) in the coming years, of which further details will be announced in due course.
Further Consolidation of Existing Collaborations
with ISRNM in 2023
We are extremely honoured to continue and consolidate our collaborations with International Society of Nephrology (ISN), GREX and International Federation of Kidney Foundation – World Kidney Alliance (IFKF-WKA) into 2023 for more partnerships on education events and activities. Please stay tune for further announcements in 2023.
Society Publications
In the last 2 years, ISRNM has assembled a guest editorial team (including Brandon Kistler, Kelly Lambert, Keiichi Sumida and Angela Wang) to develop a special issue to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of ISRNM in the Journal of Renal Nutrition (JReN) under the leadership of Kam Kalantar-Zadeh and Linda Moore, Co-Editors-in-chief of JReN. The special issue will be released sometime in 2023. Please stay tune at our website and Journal of Renal Nutrition website and also our social media for its release.
2026 Congress Bidding
If you are interested to host and bid for ICRNM 2026, please submit your congress bid to our Secretariat <secretariat@isrnm.org> for the 2026 ICRNM congress. Deadline for bid submission is December 15th, 2024.
Memberships
We are very pleased to see a continuing growth in the membership of ISRNM (including health professionals, patients and other stakeholders) and also individuals signing up for our society newsletter and Patients’ Corner. Please continue to engage with our activities and support ISRNM in 2023!
Feel free to contact our Secretariat for your suggestions on ISRNM activities! If you are interested to join the working Committees of ISRNM, please email secretariat@ISRNM.org
New Chair of Membership Committee
Thanks to Prof Cai Guang-Yan for leading the Membership Committee in the last 2 years and may we welcome Giacomo Garibotto for taking up the Chairing Role of Membership Committee in 2023.
Obituary
We are very saddened to hear sudden passing of Dr. Anita Saxena, Professor, Department of Nephrology, SGPGIMS, Lucknow, on 6th November 2022. Anita was actively involved in the management of renal nutrition patients throughout her career. Her contribution in the field of renal nutrition in the South Asian region has been outstanding. She established the Indian Society of Renal Nutrition and Metabolism and also was the founding Editor in Chief of the Journal of the Society. She was actively involved in mentoring numerous renal dietitians and actively involved in the activities of the ISRNM. May we send our deepest condolences to Dr Saxena’s family. She will be dearly missed by all of us and by the ISRNM for all her significant contributions and work to the field of renal nutrition.
Patients Resources Short Survey
Thanks to Keiichi Sumida, Chair of Patients Resources Committee for developing a short survey. We acknowledged all the recipes provision by various members of the Patients Resources Committee. Do take your time to surf our website for kidney healthy recipes. Please fill in the survey so we can understand your needs better.
To begin, please click HERE.
A Message from the New ISRNM President
(Csaba P. Kovesdy)
Dear ISRNM Colleagues and Friends,
It is with great pleasure and a deep sense of responsibility that I write to you as the newly elected President of the International Society of Renal Nutrition and Metabolism (ISRNM). I am honored by the trust placed in me and look forward to working with our members, officers, and Council to build upon the Society’s accomplishments and further advance our shared mission.
Reflecting on ICRNM 2026 in Berlin
Our recent International Congress on Renal Nutrition and Metabolism (ICRNM 2026) in Berlin was a resounding success. The congress brought together an outstanding international community of clinicians, researchers, dietitians, and other professionals dedicated to advancing the science and practice of renal nutrition and metabolism.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Congress President, Professor Martin Kuhlmann, and Dr. Susanne Fleig, as well as the entire local organizing and scientific committees, for their tremendous efforts in delivering an exceptional meeting. Their dedication and hard work were evident in the scientific quality of the program, the excellent organization, and the welcoming atmosphere throughout the congress.
After eight years since our last in-person ICRNM in Genoa in 2018, it was particularly gratifying to finally come together again. The opportunity to reconnect with longtime colleagues, exchange ideas face to face, and renew friendships reminded us of the importance of our scientific community and the personal connections that sustain it.
Equally encouraging was the presence of so many new faces alongside the familiar ones. Seeing the enthusiasm and engagement of younger investigators, dietitians, and colleagues attending ICRNM for the first time was especially refreshing. Their participation is a reminder that the future of our Society depends not only on preserving our traditions and scientific excellence, but also on welcoming new members, nurturing emerging talent, and creating opportunities for the next generation of leaders in renal nutrition and metabolism.
Welcoming Our New ISRNM Leadership
The Berlin congress also marked an important transition in the leadership of our Society. I am pleased to share the results of our recent elections and introduce the officers and Council members who will serve ISRNM during the coming term.
Our Executive Committee is now composed of:
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President: Csaba P. Kovesdy (USA)
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Immediate Past-President: S. Russ Price (USA)
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President-Elect: Robert Mak (USA)
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Secretary: Martin Kuhlmann (Germany)
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Treasurer: Ken Wilund (USA)
We also welcome three newly elected members to the ISRNM Council: Maria Chan (Australia), Yoshitsugu Obi (USA), and Young Su Joo (Republic of Korea).
I extend my warmest congratulations to all our newly elected officers and Council members and look forward to working closely with them.
At the same time, I would like to express our sincere appreciation to the outgoing officers and Council members for their dedicated service to ISRNM. In particular, I wish to thank Angela Yee-Moon Wang, who has completed her term as Past-President; Allon Friedmann, our outgoing Treasurer; and Giuliano Brunori and Jerrilynn D. Burrowes, who have completed their terms as Council members. Their contributions, leadership, and commitment have been instrumental in sustaining and advancing our Society, and we are deeply grateful for their service.
The elections for our Associate Council members are currently underway, and we look forward to announcing the results and welcoming our new Associate representatives shortly.
Our Priorities for the Coming Years
As I emphasized during my presidential address at the conclusion of ICRNM 2026, I believe that the strength of ISRNM lies in the diversity of its membership, the quality of its scientific contributions, and its ability to bring together professionals from different disciplines and regions of the world around a shared purpose.
Renal nutrition and metabolism are increasingly recognized as integral components of comprehensive kidney care. Advances in pharmacologic therapies, nutritional interventions, and our understanding of metabolic and nutritional complications are creating new opportunities to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our Society has an important role to play in generating scientific evidence, translating research into clinical practice, and promoting education across the multidisciplinary kidney care community.
During my presidency, I hope to work with our leadership and membership to advance several interconnected priorities.
First, we must continue to strengthen the scientific and educational impact of ISRNM. This includes promoting high-quality research, supporting evidence-based clinical practice, expanding educational opportunities, and fostering collaboration between nephrologists, dietitians, scientists, and other professionals who contribute to the care of patients with kidney disease.
Second, we need to expand and invigorate our membership. I would particularly like to encourage greater participation by younger investigators and clinicians, dietitians, and colleagues from regions that have historically been underrepresented in our Society. We must create meaningful opportunities for members to become involved in our activities, develop professional relationships, contribute their expertise, and assume leadership roles.
Third, I believe we should continue strengthening our relationships with national and international professional organizations. Our collaborations with other nephrology, nutrition, and related societies offer valuable opportunities to broaden our scientific reach, develop joint educational programs, and enhance the visibility and relevance of renal nutrition and metabolism within the wider healthcare community.
Finally, I would like to promote a Society that is inclusive, transparent, and responsive to the needs of its members. ISRNM should be a professional home where members feel that their participation is valued, their contributions are recognized, and their ideas can help shape our future. The success of our Society depends not simply on the efforts of its leadership, but on the active engagement and collective commitment of its membership.
These goals cannot be achieved by the Executive Committee and Council alone. I encourage all of you to become involved in our committees, educational initiatives, scientific activities, and other opportunities as they emerge. Your ideas, expertise, and willingness to contribute will be essential to our continued success.
Looking Ahead to ICRNM 2028 in Malaysia
I am also delighted to announce that the ISRNM Council has selected Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, as the host city for ICRNM 2028.
We are enthusiastic about bringing our next congress to Southeast Asia and look forward to working closely with the Malaysian Dietitians’ Association, the Malaysian Society of Nephrology, and their local partners to organize another outstanding international meeting.
ICRNM 2028 will provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen our connections with colleagues throughout Asia and the Pacific region, expand our international collaborations, and continue building a truly global community dedicated to renal nutrition and metabolism.
I very much hope that many of you will join us in Kuching in 2028. Following the success of our reunion in Berlin, I look forward to seeing our community come together once again to share new scientific discoveries, exchange ideas, establish new collaborations, and celebrate the friendships that make ISRNM such a special organization.
A Personal Note of Thanks
As I begin my term as President, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Russ Price for his leadership and dedication during his presidency, particularly through the challenges of the past several years. His efforts, together with those of our officers, Council, and Secretariat, have provided a strong foundation upon which we can continue to build.
I am deeply honored to serve this community and look forward to working with all of you over the coming years. Together, I believe we can further strengthen ISRNM, expand its scientific and educational impact, and ensure that our Society continues to be a vibrant and welcoming professional home for everyone dedicated to improving the lives of people with kidney disease through advances in nutrition and metabolism.
Thank you for your continued membership, engagement, and support.
With warm regards,
Csaba P. Kovesdy, MD
President, International Society of Renal Nutrition and Metabolism (ISRNM)
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Thank You, Berlin—Looking Ahead to Kuching!
ICRNM 2026 in Berlin marked a long-awaited reunion for the International Society of Renal Nutrition and Metabolism. Our first in-person congress since Genoa in 2018 brought colleagues and friends together again to exchange ideas, renew friendships, and share our commitment to improving the lives of people with kidney disease.
Held at the Estrel Congress Centrum on September 15–19, the 21st International Congress on Renal Nutrition and Metabolism centered on “Individualized Nutrition for Best Renal Outcomes.” The five-day program combined the two-day Total Nutrition Therapy (TNT) Renal course with three days of scientific exchange, alongside a dedicated Global Renal Exercise Network workshop.
The opening ceremony’s keynote lecture set a thoughtful and inspiring tone, placing renal nutrition within the broader context of planetary health and social justice. It invited us to consider how the nutritional choices we recommend intersect with environmental sustainability, equitable access to healthy food, and the well-being of communities worldwide - a reminder that our responsibility extends beyond individual patient care.
The breadth of the meeting was reflected in its published program: 32 scientific sessions across the English- and German-language tracks, five plenary sessions plus the Thomas Addis Session, and five industry symposia. Two sessions were dedicated to International Dietitians Day. The poster program listed 160 posters across 16 thematic categories, complemented by two guided poster tours—offering rich opportunities to discover new research and connect with its authors.
Scientific discussions explored protein and plant-based diets, the gut–kidney axis, obesity, nutritional care during dialysis, and the challenges of protein-energy wasting and kidney cachexia. Sessions on body composition, exercise, pediatric nutrition, and special clinical circumstances reinforced the importance of tailoring nutritional care to each patient’s needs. International collaboration featured prominently through the joint ISRNM–Korean Society of Nephrology session and a session devoted to joint ISRNM–International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis practice recommendations on nutrition management.
The Thomas Addis Session provided a special opportunity to celebrate achievement and service to our field. The program honored Robert Mak as the 2026 Thomas Addis Award recipient, with his lecture, “From Fork to Function: Nourish to Flourish,” and included the belated public presentation of the 2022 award to Angela Yee-Moon Wang.
Beyond the lectures and presentations, Berlin reminded us how much it means to meet in person. Conversations between sessions, shared meals, and the congress dinner offered time to reconnect with familiar faces and welcome new colleagues into the ISRNM community. After eight years apart, these moments of friendship and fellowship were especially meaningful.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Congress President Professor Martin K. Kuhlmann, Congress Secretary Dr. Susanne Fleig, and the entire organizing team for their dedication and hard work. We are equally grateful to the speakers, abstract presenters, session chairs, sponsors, and every participant who contributed to the meeting. Together, you made Berlin a memorable return to our tradition of gathering as an international community.
As we bid Berlin a fond farewell, we look ahead with excitement to ICRNM 2028 in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. We look forward to building on the connections and ideas shared in Berlin, welcoming new voices, and continuing our work to advance renal nutrition and metabolism. Visit the ICRNM 2028 website for forthcoming updates.
Thank you, Berlin, for bringing us together again. We cannot wait to see you in Kuching!
