Research Highlights

Canada is home to a vibrant research community working to improve kidney health.

Stay up to date on the latest innovations through KidneyLink. Each week, we post plain language summaries of new research by Canadian investigators and teams.

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  • Assessment of living donation program hints at ways to improve the process for donors

    June 25, 2025

  • Weight loss drug proves effective in hemodialysis patients with obesity

    June 18, 2025

  • New insights into the links between muscle strength, diet, and phosphate levels in hemodialysis patients

    June 11, 2025

  • Older adults weigh the risks and benefits of receiving a kidney transplant with shorter longevity

    May 30, 2025

  • Few studies explore the impact of peritoneal dialysis on peoples’ ability to do daily tasks and leisure activities

    May 26, 2025

  • T2D patients with significant kidney function decline at greater risk of serious health complications

    May 13, 2025

  • Kidney failure risk equation (KFRE) can help identify kidney patients needing less resource-intensive care

    May 1, 2025

  • Less frequent bloodwork may be feasible for people on hemodialysis

    March 24, 2025

  • Priorities of dialysis patients and care providers when planning vascular access

    March 19, 2025