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BEST-Fluids trial results soundbites!

December 21, 2023 aktnadmin

We recently recorded two members of our Consumer Advisory Board discussing the BEST-Fluids trial and its results, and what they may mean for the future

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BEAT-CKD Researcher Training Workshop

October 20, 2023 aktnadmin

Involving consumers in your research Researchers with an interest in involving consumers in their work are invited to attend a one-day in-person workshop presented by

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Clinical trial set to change kidney transplant practice

August 5, 2023 aktnadmin

A major clinical trial has found a simple change to world practice for kidney transplants could deliver real benefits for recipients and reduce their need

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BEST-Fluids trial findings video

July 14, 2023 aktnadmin

The video talks about the findings and implications for the use of fluids in kidney transplantation. Visit the BEST-Fluids trial page here. Trial Summary Kidney

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A/Prof Andrea Viecelli Awarded ACTA Emerging Leader Investigator

January 18, 2022 aktnadmin

Congratulations to A/Prof Andrea Viecelli who received one of the first Emerging Leader Investigator Awards at the ACTA ASM 2021. This award recognises Andrea’s contributions

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The AKTN response to the covid-19 pandemic

April 16, 2021 aktnadmin

The unprecedented demand placed on healthcare systems from the COVID-19 pandemic has forced a reassessment of clinical trial conduct and feasibility. Consequently, the AKTN had

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No benefit from drug used to reduce heart disease in kidney patients

September 14, 2020 aktnadmin

A large-scale clinical trial finds lanthanum carbonate does not reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease developing in patients with chronic kidney disease.The drug is routinely

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BEST-Fluids study – recruitment complete

August 12, 2020 aktnadmin

We are delighted to announce that recruitment for BEST-Fluids is now complete, with 808 participants enrolled. Congratulations to all the study teams for your hard

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MRFF funding success

June 30, 2020 aktnadmin

The IMPEDE-PKD and M-FIT trials have been successful in receiving funding via the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) rare cancers, rare diseases and unmet needs

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Kidney medication ineffective

June 25, 2020 aktnadmin

A major clinical trial run by the AKTN finds the drug allopurinol does not prevent worsening of kidney disease. University of Queensland researchers at the

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COVID19 response – update from the AKTN

May 25, 2020 aktnadmin

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COVID19 response – update from the AKTN

May 25, 2020 aktnadmin

AKTN Celebrates International Clinical Trial Day a little differently in 2020.

May 20, 2020 aktnadmin

The Australasian Kidney Trials Network Team celebrated International Clinical Trials Day on May 20 a little differently this year. With the current social distancing restrictions,

International Clinical Trial Day 20 May 2021.

May 18, 2020 aktnadmin

This week on May 20 we celebrate International Clinical Trials Day. This day commemorates the day James Lind started his study to determine the cause

AUD & NZ CRAs – PHOSPHATE & TEACH-PD

March 23, 2020 aktnadmin

We’ve had an excellent couple of days with the NZ CRA team and discussing rolling out the PHOSPHATE and TEACH-PD trials across NZ.

World Kidney Day

March 11, 2020 aktnadmin

World Kidney Day is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness of the importance of our kidneys.

Congratulations are in Order

January 15, 2020 aktnadmin

The VALID Trial at the PA Hospital site have exceeded their recruitment targets and have enrolled 91 participants! Well done team on you continued focus

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