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  • Morteza Ahmadi: Catching Up with KRESCENT

    From astrophysics to kidney health, Dr. Morteza Ahmadi shares his journey going from a graduate student in black hole physics to KRESCENT Fellow to the founder of a start-up biotechnology company, Qidni Labs, centered on transforming dialysis care. Dr. Ahmadi began his academic career in physics,...

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  • Mother and Daughter Share Life-Changing Transplant Journey to Inspire Others

    The Kidney Foundation challenges employers to support living organ donors and join the Living Donor Circle of Excellence This week, April 23-29, is National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week (NOTDAW). NOTDAW aims to highlight the importance of organ and tissue donation. The Kidney Foundation...

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  • Moumita Barua

    Does genetic analysis of combined kidney measures in the population prioritize and identify novel signals? University Health Network 2024 - 2026 Does genetic analysis of combined kidney measures in the population prioritize and identify novel signals? Institution: University Health...

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  • Moumita Barua

    Proteomic biomarker discovery in hematuria and renal pathologic correlates University Health Network 2026 - 2028 Proteomic biomarker discovery in hematuria and renal pathologic correlates Institution: University Health Network Co-applicant(s): Andrew D. Paterson, Sarah Gagliano Taliun Years: 2026 -...

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  • Mrs. Jetha's Story

    We are honoured to leave a legacy gift in her memory. Legacy of Love and gratitude  We are honoured to share the story of our beloved grandmother and mother, Mrs. Roshankhanu Shamshudin Jetha, a pillar of love, care, and kindness in our lives. She was an extraordinary woman who dedicated her life to...

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  • Murdoch Leeies

    Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation (OTDT) A curriculum in... University of Manitoba 2023 - 2024 Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation (OTDT) A curriculum in cultural competency for OTDT healthcare...

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  • National Board Call for Nominations Now Open

    You are passionate about people, you are looking for a way to help, this one is for you! The Kidney Foundation of Canada is looking for people passionate about people to serve on their National Board of Directors. Of course, being a Board member of a national health charity requires hours of...

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  • National Emergency Preparedness Week

    Are You Prepared? Did you know that May 7-13 is ? Being prepared in the event of a disaster is important, especially for patients who may need assistance or be required to receive dialysis in a new location. In recognition of , Kidney PLUGGED In has a special episode featuring what to do if your...

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  • National Living Donation Week

    From September 10– 16, organizations across Canada come together to shine a spotlight on donors, recipients, and supporters of living donor kidney and liver transplants. Many Canadians are not aware of living donation, which changes the lives for hundreds in people in our communities. Living organ...

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  • National Organ and Tissue Donation Week (from April 19th to April 25th)

    From 19 to 25 April, National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week is a time to reflect on the importance of a profoundly human act: giving a part of oneself to offer life. In addition to raising awareness, this week encourages vital conversations and reminds us that behind every donation there...

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