ASPN MISSION

To promote optimal care for children with kidney disease through advocacy, education and research; and to disseminate advances in clinical practice and scientific investigation.

JELF Scholars Program

August 24, 2026

JELF Scholars continue to drive change in Pediatric Nephrology through advocacy. Please welcome Dr. Vanessa Thiel to the 16th Cohort of the JELF Scholars Program! “I am currently a third-year pediatric nephrology fellow at Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago. Concurrent with my fellowship, I am obtaining a Masters in Bioethics and Humanities…

New Century Scholars (NCS) Resident Mentoring Program is now accepting applications for the 2027 cohort

August 17, 2026

Dear Colleagues, The Academic Pediatric Association’s New Century Scholars (NCS) Resident Mentoring Program is now accepting applications for the 2027 cohort! We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with eligible residents at your institution. The NCS Program is designed to foster greater representation and opportunity in academic…

Member of the Month – Dr. Amar Majmundar

July 31, 2026

ASPN Member of the Month is highlighting Dr. Amar Majmundar. Dr. Majmundar is being recognized for his impactful research in kidney genetics and his leadership within the nephrology community, particularly in the area of clinical genetic testing for kidney disease. Introduction and current role I am a pediatric nephrologist and…

ASN – 2026 Loan Mitigation Program is now accepting applications

July 15, 2026

The 2026 Loan Mitigation Program is now accepting applications. This program aims to support your expanding career in nephrology while alleviating the burden of student loan debt. Now in its sixth year, the program will prioritize professionals who have experienced personal or family hardship that has affected the need for…