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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 2003 and 2004 a total of 4 scholarships for junior nephrologists (<40 years of age) from eastern Europe. The purpose of such scholarships is to provide training for up to 3 months in basic or applied nephrology in leading departments in Germany, Switzerland and Austria. Support for travel and accommodation expenses of up to 3000 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-Strasse 2, D-97080 Würzburg, Germany. Fax: +49 931 201 36502; Email: c.wanner{at}medizin.uni-wuerzburg.de
The decision will be made by a commission.
The Xth European Meeting on Cardionephrology 13 April 2004, Assisi, Italy
The meeting, organized by Mario Timio and Volker Wizemann, will focus on the impact of renal disease on the cardiovascular system. The meeting will include lectures from international invited speakers, round table discussions, free communications and poster sessions. The deadline for abstracts is 10 January 2004. For further information, please contact: Professor Mario Timio, Department of Internal Medicine, Nephrology & Dialysis, General Hospital 06034, Foligno, Italy. Tel: +39 0742 339760/339762; Fax: +39 0742 33910; Email: timma{at}libero.it or nefrofol{at}asl3.umbria.it. Web site: www.renalgate.it/cardionephrology2004.html
The 3rd International Congress on Immunointervention in Nephrology 29 April to 1 May 2004, Chia Laguna, Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy
This meeting organized by P. Altieri and C. Ponticelli will focus on therapeutic strategies in clinical nephrology, kidney transplantation and dialysis, and will include lectures from international invited speakers, round table discussions, poster sessions and free communications. Deadline for abstracts is 15 February 2004. For more information, please contact Paolo Altieri MD, Dipartimento di Nefrologia Dialisi e Trapianto, Ospedale San Michele, Azienda G. Brotzu, via Peretti, 09134 Cagliari, Italy. Email: paaltie{at}tin.it, tel and fax: +39 070 539491; or contact OMNIA Meeting at Email: omnia.meeting{at}interbusiness.it; tel and fax: +39 064 815339; www.omniameeting.com
European Diabetic Nephropathy Study Group (EDNSG) 78 May 2004, Bergamo, Italy
All abstracts on any topic relating to diabetic nephropathy research are welcome and should be submitted by 10th January 2004. For more information and abstract submission details, please contact: Dr Roberto Trevisan, Secretary of EDNSG, U.O. Diabetologia, Ospedali Riuniti di Bergamo, Largo Barozzi 1, 24128 Bergamo, Italy. Fax: +39 35 266889; Email: roby.trevisan{at}tin.it or rtrevisan{at}ospedaliriuniti.bergamo.it
The III Course of Genetics and Renal Diseases 35 June 2004, Genoa, Italy
The Directors of the Course are Jean-Pierre Grunfeld, Rosanna Gusmano and Roberto Ravazzolo. Sessions will be dedicated to renal development and related disorders, glomer-ulopathies, haemolytic uraemic syndrome, tubulopathies, renal cystic diseases. For further details, please email Dr Rosanna Gusmano (nefroigg{at}tin.it).
2nd Renal Failure Academy 811 June 2004, Constanta, Romania
The courses of the 2nd Renal Failure Academy are scheduled in Constanta (Black Sea resort), and are addressed to nephrologists from all Eastern and South-Eastern European countries. Internationally reputed speakers will cover major topics of clinical nephrology, hypertension, dialysis and transplantation, focusing on evidence-based therapeutic options in acute and chronic renal failure.
The format will also provide interactive sessions and workshops. Participants will receive complete educational kits, including conference printouts, a CD-ROM with slides and most relevant recent papers on the topics discussed.
Most of the expenses (travel costs, accommodation, educational materials, meals) will be covered by the organizers. There is a limited number of participants. The 2nd Renal Failure Academy has the support of ERAEDTA, ISN/COMGAN, Joint Action Nephrology Eastern Europe, and the Romanian Society of Nephrology.
Interested nephrologists should submit an application with CV to: Professor Adrian Covic, MD, PhD, Nephrology Clinic, Parhon University Hospital, Carol 1st Blvd. 50, Iasi 6600, Romania. Fax: +40-232-210940, Email: acovic{at}xnet.ro. Please also see the website www.rfa.ro
3rd International Conference on Pediatric Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (PCRRT) 2426 June 2004, Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, Florida, USA
Sponsors: DeVos Children's Hospital, Grand Rapids, Michigan and University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Abstracts accepted: due April 16, 2004. Fees: $300 Doctors; $250 Other Health Care Professionals. Credit: 11.5 hours American Medical Association Category 1 for physicians. ANNA credit for nurses.
For more information, please contact: Carol Malone, course manager, Tel: +1 256 232 2865; Fax: +1 256 233 6212; Email: cmalone{at}pclnet.net; Timothy E. Bunchman, course director at pcrrt{at}aol.com or go to PCRRT Foundation website at www.pcrrt.com.
International Society of Nephrology 2004 Conference on Prevention of Progression of Renal Disease 29 June to 1 July 2004, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong
Abstract submission deadline: 15 September 2003. For more information, please contact Ms Sarah Cheuk of the Conference Secretariat. Tel: +852 2559 9973; fax: +852 2547 9528; Email: info{at}isn2004hkconference.org
11th Budapest Nephrology School (Nephrology, Hypertension, Dialysis, Transplantation) under the auspices of ISN, ERAEDTA and EKRA 27 August to 1 September 2004, Budapest, Hungary
Internationally known speakers will address up-to-date topics in nephrology, dialysis and transplantation, with an emphasis on pathophysiological mechanisms and evidence-based treatment modalities. The course is designed to meet the requirements of 35 European/US CME credit points. The number of participants is limited.
For further information, please contact: László Rosivall, MD, PhD, DSc, Professor of Pathophysiology, Institute of Pathophysiology, Nephrology Research and Training Center, Semmelweis University, Nagyvarad ter 4, Budapest, Hungary. Tel/Fax: +36 1 2100 100; Email: rosivall{at}net.sote.hu. Registration Form: www.vesealap.hu
The 5th International Meeting of the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF) 2831 August 2004, Adelaide, Australia
For more information, please contact: Joel D. Kopple, MD, Email: jkopple{at}rei.edu or Mr Warwick Prime, Email: warwick.prime{at}adelaide.kidney.org.au
The Second Asian Chapter Meeting; International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis (ISPD) 2123 January 2005, Hyderabad, India
For further information, please contact: Dr K.S. Nayak, Email: nayak{at}pol.net.in.
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 WCIE 6JJ, UK. Fax: +44 171 209 6211.