News and Accolades
Kidneys Sound the Alarm on Low Potassium Levels
Researchers from the Renal-Electrolyte Division, including Dr. Cary Boyd-Shiwarski, reveal how a cellular “emergency response” in the kidney helps conserve potassium and carries implications for cardiovascular disease.
New Genetic Test Could Improve Kidney Transplant Outcomes
Research led by Dr. Aravind Cherukuri recently published in Science Translational Medicine identifies SIRPα mismatch as a key predictor of transplant rejection, offering a new tool to personalize immunosuppression and extend graft longevity.
Kidney-CHAMP program provides framework for future interventions for patients with kidney disease
Led by Dr. Manisha Jhamb, the program improved patient access to specialists and educational materials.