Any two renal centers/units can form an ISN Sister Renal Center pair provided that:
• At least one center/unit is in the developing world — considered the Emerging Center (EC).
• Both centers are chaired by an ISN member.

New Center pairs who would like to join the SRC program can apply for entry at level C; their goal should be to evolve through levels B and eventually A, after which they “graduate” from the program as self-supporting centers.

You can find the latest application form on the Program Materials page. Do not hesitate to contact
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at the ISN Headquarters if you have any question or need more details.  

 Both Emerging Centers (EC) and Supporting Centers (SC) have much to gain from ISN’s Sister Renal Center program. The level and the items of SRC support depend on the C, B or A status of the Sister Pairs. The benefits for each level are detailed in the relevant manuals downloadable on the materials page.

The SC will have the advantage of recognition in ISN media (such as: ISN news, e-update and website) and will be granted priority in ISN programs (such as: fellowships, senior scholarships, travel grants, CMEs and more). It can also capitalize on the strengths of its emerging sister in research based on local experience and locally prevailing clinical and environmental conditions.