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I began asking myself why kidney cancer is so difficult to treat. When I was working on my biochemistry PhD I began asking myself why kidney cancer is so difficult to treat. The eighth most common cancer diagnosis in Canada is also the deadliest of all urological cancers. And almost 17 years later,...

The Kidney Foundation of Canada (KFOC), the Canadian Society of Nephrology (CSN), and Otsuka Canada are pleased to announce the recipient of the 2024 CSN-Otsuka Vicky Karoutas Memorial Award, Dr. William Beaubien-Souligny, nephrologist and researcher at the Centre de recherche du CHUM. National...

2021 - 2023 $210,000 Acute Kidney Injury Fluid removal strategies on renal replacement therapy Lay Summary Individuals who becomes critically ill and are admitted to the intensive care unit often develop kidney injury which can be severe enough to impair the ability to produce urine. In this...

2012 Medal for Research Excellence University of Western Ontario “Dr. Clark is frequently consulted to develop protocols for identification, management and follow-up of persons exposed to contaminated water. The body of literature created from the Walkerton Health Study will provide ongoing...

2020 Medal for Research Excellence University Health Network “York’s contributions to the field of PKD (polycystic kidney disease) are far-reaching and significant. For example, the criteria used throughout the world to confirm or exclude the diagnosis of autosomal dominant polycystic kidney...

2022 - 2024 $99,180 Diabetes Role of neutrophil extracellular traps in diabetic kidney disease Lay Abstract Diabetes is the primary cause of chronic kidney disease in Canada and is associated with a high mortality and significant cost to the health care system. Early detection can slow progression...

CIHR research Excellence, Diversity and Independence (REDI) Early Career Transition Award Ayodele Odutayo (Women’s College Hospital) is one of 43 candidates recently awarded in the inaugural CIHR Research Excellence, Diversity and Independence (REDI) Early Career Transition award. Dr Odutayo, a...

National Executive Director has led The Kidney Foundation of Canada since 2015 as National Executive Director, based in Montreal, Quebec. Under her leadership, the Foundation is focused on improving patient outcomes and ultimately finding a cure through strategic investment in research; optimizing...

The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Quebec Branch, proudly announces the appointment of Elsa Desjardins, MBA, as its new Executive Director. Elsa brings a wealth of experience in the philanthropic sector. Her journey within organizations dedicated to vital causes reflects a deep commitment to...