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*Joint meeting with International Society of Nephrology (ISN)
For more information please contact: ERAEDTA Congress Office, Via Spolverini 2, 43100 Parma, Italy. Tel: +39 521 989078; Fax: +39 521 959242; Email: congress{at}euromeetings.it.
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Kuratorium der Gesellschaft für Nephrologie. Scholarships for Training in Clinical Nephrology for Junior Nephrologists from Eastern Europe
The Kuratorium der Gesellschaft für Nephrologie is prepared to support for the year 2001 and 2002 a total of 12 scholarships for junior nephrologists (<40 years of age) from eastern Europe. The purpose of such scholarships is to provide training for up to 6 weeks in basic or applied nephrology in leading departments in Germany, Switzerland and Austria. Support for travel and accommodation expenses of up to DM 2.500 will be provided.
The application (max. 3 pages) should include: curriculum vitae; description of main clinical and scientific activities, fields of major interest for training (clinical nephrology, hypertension, uraemic bone disease, immunotherapy, haemo/peritoneal dialysis, transplantation). Knowledge of English or German language is a prerequisite.
Applications should be sent to: Kuratorium der Gesellschaft für Nephrologie, c/o Prof. Dr C. Wanner, Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology, University Clinic, Josef-Schneider-Str. 2, D-97080 Würzburg, Germany. Fax: +49 931 201 3502; e-mail: c.wanner{at}medizin.uni\|[hyphen]\|wuerzburg.de
The decision will be made by a commission.
The Bernd Tersteegen Award 2002
The Deutsche Dialysegesellschaft niedergelassener Ärzte e. V. (DDnÄ: the German Society of nephrologists in private practices) wishes to announce the Bernd Tersteegen Award of 2002.
Sponsored by Hoffmann La Roche AG (Grenzach-Wyhlen/Germany) there is an annual award of 15 000 DM for the winning entry.
The award may be shared, but will normally be focused upon one successful applicant. The award is open to physicians in laboratories, scientists or graduate engineers. Applicants could be engaged in any of the following: kidney failure and renal therapy in the clinic, surgery or research. Only original scientific articles either published between 2001 and 2002 or as yet still unpublished are acceptable and should be written in German or English. Wholly unacceptable are reviews, dissertations, university lecturing qualification papers and work already entered in other competitions. If the work participation be plural, the group should be represented by one speaker. However, all pertinent participants should be listed. Further, a short curriculum vitae and a list of publications to date should be enclosed.
The award will be made during the annual meeting of the DDnÄ on 9 November 2002 in Mannheim.
Third Postgraduate Training Course of the European Renal Association in cooperation with the Institute for Postgraduate Medical Education and the Czech Society of Nephrology 1822 January 2003, Prague Postgraduate Medical School, Prague, Czech Republic
The topics of the conference are primary and secondary glomerulonephritis, renal transplantation, hypertension in renal disease, chronic and acute renal failure as well as options in dialysis therapy. The conference is aimed at nephrologists in training. Participants will be given a handout covering the subjects of the presentations. There will be ample time for discussion and interactive sessions.
The participation fee is €100. Costs for accommodation and meals will be supported by the European Renal Association and the Prague Postgraduate Medical School. There is a limited number of participants. For certain countries travel grants will be provided and admission fees waived.
Colleagues who are interested should submit an application with CV by 30 November 2002 to Prof. Dr V. Teplan, Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Clinic of Nephrology, Videnska 1958/9, 140 21 Prague 4, Czech Republic. Tel: +420 2 6136 4110; Fax: +420 2 6136 3168; Email: mira{at}medicon.cz
International Conference on Dialysis V Advances in ESRD 2003 2931 January 2003, Fountainbleau Hilton in Miami, Florida
This annual meeting continues to emphasize new developments and technology in the field of chronic kidney disease. The meeting has been endorsed by the American Society of Nephrology, the International Society of Nephrology and the Renal Physicians Association. For program topics, details and registration and travel forms, please visit www.renalresearch.com/html/conferences.htm. Any further questions, please email scevallos{at}rriny.com
Eighth International Conference on Continuous Renal Replacement Therapies (CRRT) 68 March 2003, Hotel del Coronado, San Diego, CA
A unique international symposium featuring a forum for multi-disciplinary interactions between physicians, nurses, support personnel and industry involved in the care of the critically ill patient. Continuing the trend established with the previous conferences, this one has an exciting and up-to-date program planned covering the latest developments and research in the field of ICU medicine and CRRT. The conference is structured to promote multi-disciplinary interaction among specialists in nephrology, critical care, nursing, support personnel and industry involved in the care of the critically ill patient. A combination of invited lectures, panel discussions, interactive workshops, oral and poster presentations will be utilized with CME credits. Major topics to be addressed include: evolving concepts in the pathophysiology and management of the critically ill patient; practice for CRRT and standardization of care; renal replacement and renal support; experience and controversies with CRRT.
The deadline for abstract submission is 6 December 2002. For further information contact: Shirley Kolkey, Complete Conference Management, 1660 Hotel Circle North, #220, San Diego, CA 92108, USA. Tel: +1 619 299 6673; Fax: +1 619 299 6675; Email: c\|[hyphen]\|c\|[hyphen]\|m{at}worldnet.att.net; CRRT web site: www.crrtonline.com
World Congress of Nephrology 812 June 2003, Berlin, Germany
This congress is jointly organized by the European Renal Association and the International Society of Nephrology, in co-operation with the European Society of Paediatric Nephrology, the Gesellschaft für Nephrologie and the Deutsche Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Klinische Nephrologie.
For information, please visit the website at www.nephrology-2003.org
Sixth Congress of the Balkan Cities Association of Nephrology, Transplantation and Artificial Organs 69 October 2003, Varna, Bulgaria
Address for correspondence: Professor D. Nenov, Kidney Foundation, Bld. Osmi primorski polk 137B, 9010 Varna, Bulgaria. Tel/fax: +359 52 30 57 63 and +359 52 23 64 32. Email: dnenov{at}abv.bg
Dialysis Academy: Non-dialytic and dialytic management of end-stage renal disease patients
The courses of the Dialysis Academy will be organized twice a year. The target audience are trainees in nephrology. The total number of participants is limited. They will be selected based on CV, by an international jury.
Registration and accommodation are free. Support for travel costs will be provided.
The ninth course will take place in Potsdam, 36 June, 2003.
Applications, including CV and potential list of publications, should be sent before 15 March 2003 to Prof. Dr Norbert Lameire, Renal Division, University Hospital Gent, De Pintelaan 185, B-9000 Gent, Belgium. Tel: + 32 92 40 45 24; Fax: + 32 92 40 45 99; Email: ingrid.verslycken{at}rug.ac.be
International Society for Hemodialysis
The International Society for Hemodialysis (ISHD), patterned after the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis (ISPD), has recently been formed to foster haemodialysis-related educational, research and patient-care activities. The society will have its own scientific journal and educational web-site.
Those interested in joining the ISHD or obtaining more information, please contact: Twardowskiz{at}health.missouri.edu or Todd.Ing{at}med.va.gov
Commission for the History of Nephrology Funding Opportunities
Student scholarships
Four scholarships of $500 each are available for competition by students wishing to embark upon short studies on the history of nephrology. Applications should include the name of supervisor and a brief description of the project.
MSc in the History of Nephrology
The Wellcome Institute for the History of Medicine offers a one year MSc course and would consider favourably applications from students and members of the ISN.
MD degree in History of Nephrology for UK medical graduates
The Wellcome Institute for the History of Medicine has a support scheme for medically qualified individuals who wish to obtain a higher degree in the History of Medicine. This is usually a two year period of study culminating in the submission of a thesis. Appropriate supervisors would be suggested.
PhD studentships in the History of Nephrology
The Wellcome Institute for the History of Medicine would look favourably upon suitable candidates who wish to apply for 3 years of funding to support studies towards a PhD.
For further information on the above, please write with details to: Professor L. G. Fine, Chairman, Commission on the History of Nephrology, UCL Medical School, Department of Medicine, 5 University Street, London WC1E 6JJ, UK. Fax: +44 171 209 6211.
Wyeth to Support Hesperis Annual Training Course
Specialists at all levels in the field of transplantation are invited to apply for one of the 66 places at the Hesperis course for the 20022003 academic year, which will be supported by a grant from Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. This generous sponsorship will enable Hesperisthe European College of Transplantationto continue to provide education at the highest level for specialists in transplantation. For the academic year 20022003, the course will take place as follows:
The College provides a great opportunity for transplant specialists to discuss research, exchange ideas and expand their knowledge. The course will include lectures, formal presentations and discussion sessions. For a course brochure and application form please contact: Hesperis, Pavilion V-Hôpital E.Herriot, 5 place d'Arsonval, 69437 Lyon Cedex 03, France. Tel: + 33 4 72 11 0584; Fax: + 33 4 72 11 0582; Email: jean\|[hyphen]\|michel.dubernard{at}chu\|[hyphen]\|lyon.fr