Announcements

FUTURE CONGRESSES OF THE ERA–EDTA

Year Venue Date
2000* Nice (France) September 17–20
2001 Vienna (Austria) June 24–27
2002 Copenhagen (Denmark) July 14–17
2003** Berlin (Germany) June 9–12

*Joint meeting with European Kidney Research Forum (EKRF)

**Joint meeting with International Society of Nephrology (ISN)

For more information please contact: ERA–EDTA Congress Office, Tel: +39 521 290 343; Fax: +39 521 291 777; E-mail: eraedta@ipruniv.cce.unipr.it

IX International Congress of the International Society of Peritoneal Dialysi 26–29 June 2001, Montréal, Canada

The ISPD 2001 Congress Organizing Committee is preparing a programme that will provide up-to-date information on the basic and clinical science of peritoneal dialysis, including such related issues as gene therapy for maintaining peritoneal functions, novel biochemical pharmaceutical products, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, women's health, palliative care, and others. The programme will be organized in plenary sessions, free communications (oral and poster), and workshops. Finally, the congress will break new ground in providing an outstanding forum for education in technology. As a result, this congress will be at the vanguard of other nephrology and dialysis meetings. In addition, there will be an important pre-congress course on the Basics of Peritoneal Dialysis co-sponsored by the International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis (ISPD), the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) and the Canadian Society of Nephrology (CSN).

For further information please contact: IX Congress of the International Society of Peritoneal Dialysis, Congress Secretariat, c/o Events International Meeting Planners Inc., 759 Victoria Square, Suite 300, Montréal, Québec, Canada H2Y 2J7. Tel: +1 514 286 0855; Fax +1 514 286 6066; E-mail: info@eventsintl.com or visit our Web site at: www.ispd2001.org

5th Baltic Nephrology Conference 30 June–2 July, 2000, Tallinn, Estonia

The three Baltic Societies of Nephrology, i.e. Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian Society, in collaboration with the Joint Action Nephrology in eastern Europe, sponsored by ISN and ERA–EDTA, have organized a 3-day meeting in the city of Tallinn, Estonia from 30 June–2 July 2000.

The meeting will start with a renal histopathology conference, organized by Jan Weening (Amsterdam) and will be followed by a CPC conference. Main topics to be discussed by experts in the field include: progression of renal failure—from basic mechanisms to clinical management; sympathetic nerve activity and hypertension in renal disease; blood pressure on dialysis; hypertension after renal transplantation; and discussion of ACE inhibitors versus angiotensin receptor blockers in renal disease, as well as the calcium channel blocker controversy. Further themes of the conference include renal involvement in rheumatic disease, advances in immunosuppression after renal transplantation and malignancy after renal transplantation.

Colleagues interested in participating in the conference and in presenting abstracts are asked to contact the local organizers, Dr Merike Luman (President of the Estonian Society of Nepohrology), Sole 16, Tallinn, 10611, Estonia. Tel: +372 2 496 912; Fax: +372 2 496 815; E-mail: merike1@pol.stamet.ee

10th International Congress on Nutrition and Metabolism in Renal Disease 6–8 July 2000, Lyon, France

The International Society of Renal Nutrition and Metabolism was established to bring scientists together in order to explore the special requirements of patients with kidney disease. This has been the primary function of our biennial Congress which has grown in the degree of scientific sophistication but also maintains a focus on the problems of patients.

The 10th Congress in Lyon will continue this tradition of providing up-to-date information about major advances in nutrition and metabolism and how these advances influence the care of kidney patients.

The scientific programme will include the following topics: Diabetes and renal disease; Dialysis and nutrition; Nutritional control of blood pressure; New insights in phosphate and vitamin D metabolism; Proteinuria and progression of chronic renal disease, and Protein metabolism.

The meeting will consist of plenary lectures, symposia, workshops, free communications and poster discussions as well as a special programme for renal dieticians and a large scientific exhibition.

Deadline for abstracts is 1 March 2000.

For further information contact the scientific secretariat: Prof. D. Fouque, Department of Nephrology, Hôpital E. Herriot, F-69437 Lyon Cedex 03, France. Tel: +33 4 7211 02 02; Fax: +33 4 72 11 02 03; E-mail: denis.fouque@chu-lyon.fr, or the congress secretariat, Brigitte Hautier, 84 route de St Fortunat, F-69370 St Didier au Mont d'Or, France. Tel/Fax: +33 4 78 64 92 16.

Minimal change disease and focal and segmental glomerulosclerosis 13–14 July 2000, Manchester, UK

Nephrology 2000: An international conference at Hulme Hall, Manchester, UK (near to the Manchester Royal Infirmary), will be held over one and a half days and will consist of invited lectures only. Leading speakers from the USA, Germany, France, Finland, The Netherlands and the UK will be taking part. Topics will include: Biology of the endothelial cell; Novel glomerular genes and proteinuria; Biology of the glomerular epithelial cell; Podocyte proliferation, differentiation and matrix; Immunogenetics and pathogenesis of FSGS; Vascular permeability factors; Immune dysregulation; Mechanism of oedema formation; Histopathological changes; Animal models; MCD in children; MCD in adults; FSGS in children; FSGS in adults; Secondary MCD; HIV and FSGS; Other secondary FSGS; Recurrent disease; Treatment and controlled trials; and Immunophilin modulation.

For further information please contact: Mrs Diane Comer, Department of Renal Medicine, Manchester Royal Infirmary, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9WL, UK. Tel: +44 (0)161 276 4411; Fax: +44 (0)161 276 8022; E-mail: dcomer@renal.cmht.nwest.nhs.uk

Transplant Bone Disease Meeting 25–26 August 2000, Barcelona, Spain

Under the auspices of the American Society of Bone and Mineral Research and The Transplantation Society.

Main topics include: Update of bone structure and remodeling; Immunosuppresive drugs and skeleton; Bone histomorphometry, bone markers and other diagnostic procedures of bone disease after organ transplantation; Therapeutic strategies; Bone in pediatric transplantation; Renal osteodystrophy post-transplantation; Bone after liver, kidney-pancreas, heart, lung and bone marrow transplantation.

Internationally known experts will give up-to-date talks on the main topics. There will be also free communications and poster presentations.

For further information and abstract form contact: Dr J. V. Torregrosa/:Dr S. Epstein. AOPC, Edif. Colon, Av. Drassanes 6–8, 19th floor, E-08001 Barcelona, Spain. Tel: +34 93 302 75 41; Fax: +34 93 301 12 55, E-mail: aopc@ncsa.es. Internet: http//www.tbd2000.com

2nd Slovenian Congress of Nephrology with International Participation at the Occassion of 30th Anniversary of Dialysis and Renal Transplantation in Slovenia 27–30 September 2000, Brdo pri Kranju, Slovenia

The meeting will include international symposia, state-of-the-art lectures, free communications and posters. Main topics will be dialysis, transplantation, glomerulopathies, and hypertension. The deadline for abstracts receipt will be April 30, 2000.

For further information please contact: Prof. dr. Jadranka Buturovic Ponikvar, University Medical Center Ljubljana, Department of Nephrology, Zaloska 7, 1525 Ljubljana, Slovenia. Tel: +386 61 302 498; Fax: +386 61 13 22 077; E-mail: jadranka.buturovic@mf.uni-lj.si

Third Molecular Biology Workshop for the Clinical Nephrologist 2–6 October 2000, Budapest, Hungary

Following the highly successful Molecular Biology Workshops in Prague 1998 and Vilnius 1999 (NDT 1998; 10: 2701 and NDT 1999; 14: 2963) the Joint Action Nephrology in Eastern Europe (ISN, ERA, Kuratorium Gesellschaft Nephrologie) is pleased to announce the Third Molecular Biology Workshop on the premises of the Semmelweis University Medical School (Professor L. Rosivall, Institute of Pathophysiology), Budapest, Hungary. The course will again be organized by the team of Professor Martin Paul from the Universitätsklinikum Benjamin Franklin, Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany. The goal of the course is to train clinical nephrologists in molecular methods. In-depth seminars with a special emphasis on interaction between participants and faculty teachers will be complemented by intensive bench side work in the laboratory providing ‘hands on’ experience to all participants. A total of 12 participants will be selected from applications which should include a curriculum vitae with particular emphasis on personal interests and need for training in molecular methods. Participation in the Workshop is free of charge and expenses for travel and accommodation will be partially covered by the organizers.

Applications should be sent to Dr Reinhold Kreutz in Berlin at the address below (electronic submission via email attachment is recommended, but not necessary).

Direct applications or questions to: PD Dr. med. Reinhold Kreutz, Freie Universität Berlin, Universitätsklinikum Benjamin Franklin, Abteilung für Klinische Pharmakologie, Hindenburgdamm 30, D-12200 Berlin, Germany. Tel: +49 30 8445 2279; Fax: +49 30 8445 4482; E-mail: Kreutz@medizin.fu-berlin.de

The 13th Berliner Dialyseseminar will be held 1–2 December 2000, in Berlin

The main purpose of the meeting is to provide basic knowledge on the entire field of renal replacement therapy. There will be only invited lectures.

For further information please write: Prof. Dr. Klaus Schaefer, St. Joseph-Krankenhaus, Med. Abt. II, Bäumerplan 24, 12101, Berlin, Germany. Tel: 030 7882 2379; Fax: 030 7882 2669; E-mail: Prof.K.Schaefer@t-online.de

Genetics and Renal Diseases 15–18 November 2000, Sestri Levante, Genoa, Italy

The European School of Genetic Medicine will organize, in collaboration with the European School of Pediatric Science, course on ‘Genetics and renal diseases’. The main topics are malformation syndromes, hereditary tubular and glomerular disorders, genetic determinants of hypertension, genetic determinants of diabetic nephropathy and genetic factors of renal damage progression. Invited speakers will include Antignac C. (Paris), Beales P. E. (London), Beales P. (London), Casari G. (Milano), De Marchi (Torino), Ellard S. (Exeter), Feather S. A. (London), Flinter F. (London), Grunfeld J. P. (Paris), Gubler M. C. (Paris), Gusmano R. (Genova), Hildebrandt F. (Friburg), Jeunemâitre X. (Paris), Karet F. (Cambridge), Knoers N. V. (Nijmegen), Ravazzolo R. (Genova), Rossier B. (Lousanne), Terzi F. (Paris), Torra R. (Barcelona), Tryggvason K. (Stockholm), Winyard P. J. D. (London), and Woolf A. (London).

The up-dated programme can be found at the the Internet site: http://utenti.tripod.it/FMRB/home.html.

For further informations, please contact: European Genetics Foundation (Genoa), Italy. Tel: +39 010 246 46 46; or Nephrology Department Secretary Office, G. Gaslini Children Hospital (Genoa), Italy. Tel: +39 010 56 36 275.

8th European Meeting on Cardionephrology (Jubilee Meeting) 16–18 November 2000, Assisi, Italy

The main purpose of the meeting will be improving pathophysiological, clinic and therapeutic knowledge in the major areas of cardionephrology devoted to the practising nephrologist, cardiologist and hypertensiologist.

The scientific programme includes: State-of-the-art Lectures (Symposia), Clinical Sessions, Case and Poster Presentation, Communications and Industry Exhibitions.

The principal topics include: nutrition and heart disease in uraemic patients, hyperhomocysteinaemia and microalbuminuria, heart death in dialysis, sympathetic hyperactivity and cardiac mobidity in dialysis patients, genetics of cardiorenal diseases, gene therapy in cardiorenal diseases, cytokines in heart disease in haemodialysis patients, therapy for arterial hypertension in 2000, different incidence of cardiorenal disease between men and women, novel immmunosuppressive drugs and cardiovascular complications in transplant patients.

The deadline for abstract submission and young investigator's award is August 30, 2000.

For further information and abstract form please contact: Prof. Mario Timio, MD, Meeting President, Department of Internal Medicine, Nephrology and Dialysis, Ospedale di Foligno, via dell'Ospedale, 06034 Foligno (PG), Italy. Tel: +39 742 339760; Fax: +39 742 339310; E-mail: timma@libero.it

Advanced Course in Nephrology November 21–22, 2000, Bali 13th Asian Colloquium in Nephrology November 23–25, 2000, Bali

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to participate in the 13th Asian Colloquium in Nephrology and Advanced Course in Nephrology from November 21–25, 2000 in Bali.

There will be a special workshop and guest lectures organized by the organizing committee in collaboration with the Australian New Zealand Society of Nephrology (ANZSN) their outstanding expertise in Nephrology will be a great contribution to this important event.

Scientific program: Plenary lectures; Symposia; Free Papers; Poster Session; Educational Course; Meet the Experts; Advanced Course.

Major topics include: Update on Hemodialysis and CAPD; Kidney Transplantation and Problem of Infections; Advances in the Management of Glomerulonephritis; Current and Future Treatment of Hypertension; Hypertension and Renal Diseases; Diabetic Nephropathy; Systemic Renal Diseases; Tropical Renal Diseases; Urinary Tract Infections; Medical Problems of Kidney Stone; Kidney Diseases with Specific Condition.

For further information please contact the Secretariat: PO Box 888 JAT 13000 Jakarta, Indonesia. Fax: +62 21 31 5551 or 315 2278; Email: yagina@commerce.net.id

VI Congress of the International Xenotransplantation Association 29 September–3 October 2001, Chicago, USA

The congress will be chaired by Jonathan P. Fryer, MD and Joseph R. Leventhal, MD, PhD.

For further information please contact Conference Secretariat: Felicissimo & Associates Inc., 205 Viger Avenue West, Suite 201, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H2Z 1G2. Tel: 5148741998; Fax: 5148741580; E-mail: info@ixa200lchicago.com Internet: www.ixa2001chicago.com

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.





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