Connecting Canadians to
kidney research

Connecting Canadians to
kidney research

Find a study

Are you looking to get involved in research? Search for opportunities that match your interests.

Post a study

Are you a researcher looking to recruit participants? Upload your project to KidneyLink.

View research highlights

Explore new findings from Canadian kidney researchers.

Access resources and training

Learn the basics of patient engagement and connect to kidney health info.

The home of kidney research in Canada

KidneyLink is a national platform where you can learn about and connect to kidney research taking place across Canada.

We bring together patients and researchers to collaborate on innovative new projects that will improve kidney health.

Patients
  • Find opportunities to get involved
  • Share your story and skills
  • Learn about research that can transform kidney health
Researchers
  • Post a study and recruit participants
  • Share your work with the public
  • Access patient engagement training

Latest research opportunities

  • Kidney Transplant Stakeholders’ Perspectives on the Future of Xenotransplantation in Canada

    Overview:

    Study type: Focus Group, Interview

    January 7, 2026

  • A qualitative study exploring patient and caregiver perspectives and experiences on disaster management in kidney care

    Overview:

    Study type: Interview

    January 7, 2026

  • Equitable Pandemic Communication Strategies to Support Sexual and Gender Minority Transplant Patients

    Overview:

    Study type: Interview

    December 4, 2025

  • Enhancing Person-Centred Integrated Care Delivery for Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease and Multimorbidity: Identifying Potential Strategies

    Overview:

    Study type: Survey

    November 26, 2025

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research opportunities currently posted

Latest research highlights

  • Rethinking “steroid-resistant” childhood nephrotic syndrome

    January 14, 2026

  • Streamlining transplant assessments shortens wait times

    January 7, 2026

  • Making the switch: Researchers turn donor kidneys into universal organs

    November 26, 2025