News & Announcements

Call for Applications: ASPN John E. Lewy Foundation Advocacy Scholars Program
April 13, 2026

The American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) invites applications for the John E. Lewy Foundation Advocacy Scholars Program. This prestigious program aims to develop the next generation of leaders in public policy and advocacy for children with kidney disease.  Eligibility:  ASPN members in good standing with a demonstrated interest in…

JELF Scholar Update
April 6, 2026

I’m well into my first year as a JELF Scholar and I’m doing all that I can to make the most of this opportunity! I’m fresh off my very first in-person Hill Day experience at the U.S. Capitol, where I met with congressional offices from Georgia and North Carolina to…

Member of the Month – Dr. Nina Mann
March 30, 2026

ASPN Member of the Month is highlighting Dr. Nina Mann. Dr. Mann is being recognized for her impactful research in kidney genetics and her leadership within the nephrology community, particularly in the area of clinical genetic testing for kidney disease. She also serves as Co-Chair of the ASPN Kidney Genetics…

ASPN Fellows Poster Presentations at PAS 2026
March 20, 2026

We are proud to highlight ASPN Fellows who will be presenting their work at the PAS 2026 Meeting. These posters showcase innovative research and contributions in pediatric nephrology. We encourage all attendees to visit their posters, engage with the presenters, and support the next generation of academic pediatric leaders. Fellows…

Announcing the 2026 ASPN Award Winners
March 5, 2026

We are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 ASPN Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions and achievements within our field. Please join us in congratulating this year’s award winners for their remarkable accomplishments and commitment to excellence. We also extend our congratulations to our council member for receiving the AAP…

The Bean Pod – Episode 2:  Pearls in the management of steroid resistant nephrotic syndrome
March 3, 2026

In this episode, Dr. Jason Misurac and Dr. Amirtha Chinnadurai are joined by Dr. Michael Somers, Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and pediatric nephrologist at Boston Children’s Hospital, to discuss his real-world approach to steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome. This concise, practice-focused conversation covers: • Defining SRNS • Selecting and…

JELF Scholar Update
March 2, 2026

I am excited to join the JELF Advocacy Scholars Program this year. Current policy shifts have reinforced my belief that our responsibility to the care of children necessarily extends beyond the hospital walls. As faculty at the nation’s oldest public hospital, clinical practice has long informed my interest in advocacy…

ASPN Statement on Living Donor Protection Act
February 27, 2026

The American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) applauds Chair Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Ranking Member Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee for advancing S. 1552, the Living Donor Protection Act (LDPA) as part of the committee mark-up on Thursday, February 26. This bipartisan legislation…

American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) Statement on the Importance of the AAP Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule
February 26, 2026

The American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN) strongly supports the routine childhood immunization schedule recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). These recommendations are based on decades of rigorous scientific evidence and continuous safety monitoring, and they represent one of the most effective and equitable public health strategies for…

In Memory of Mary Lee
February 23, 2026

I wanted to share the sad news that Mary Lee Neuberger, RN, MSN, passed away two weeks ago. She was a dedicated member of ASPN and a cherished colleague and friend to many in the Pediatric Nephrology community. Mary Lee was also a driving force behind the development of Pediatric…