ISN-TTS Sister Transplant Centers (STC)
ISN-TTS Sister Transplant Centers (STC) supports emerging transplant centers in low-resource areas through educational partnerships and training to build independent, sustainable kidney transplant services.
Funder: International Society of Nephrology
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Annual applications, reports, and development plans)
Funding Amounts: USD 3,000–12,000 annually by level, totaling USD 48,000 over six years with successful progression
Summary: Supports kidney transplant program development in low-resource areas through educational partnerships between emerging and experienced transplant centers.
Key Information: Each participating center must have an ISN or TTS full-member liaison in good standing throughout the partnership.
Description
The ISN-TTS Sister Transplant Centers program is a joint initiative of the International Society of Nephrology and The Transplantation Society. It helps establish new kidney transplant programs and develop existing services in low-resource areas through partnerships between Emerging Centers needing training and experienced Supporting Centers. Its primary focus is education, multidisciplinary training, and knowledge exchange rather than research.
The program offers three funded levels over up to six years, with competitive progression based on achievements and sustainability. Partnerships are intended to help Emerging Centers become independent, self-sufficient transplant centers. Graduated centers are encouraged to support another center in their region through a trio partnership, with the original Supporting Center providing mentorship. The program is led by the ISN-TTS STC Committee.
