MAYO CLINIC NEPHROLOGY UPDATE

XXVII Annual Symposium on Renal Diseases

SCIENTIFIC EXCELLENCE IN A UNIQUE SETTING

JUNE 26-27, 2026 | THE ANCHOR TROIA, PORTUGAL

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63rd ERA Congress
June 3-6, 2026
Glasgow & Virtual

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63rd ERA Congress
June 3-6, 2026
Glasgow & Virtual

Website: https://www.era-online.org/events/glasgow

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The opinions expressed by the authors do not necessarily reflect the position of the Spanish Society of Nephrology

Welcome Letter

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the Mayo Clinic Nephrology Update 2026, to be held on June 26–27, 2026, in Tróia, Portugal.

This meeting has been carefully designed to deliver a broad, contemporary, and scientifically rigorous program that reflects the most relevant advances in clinical nephrology. Over two intensive days, the program will cover key areas including immune-mediated glomerular diseases, IgA nephropathy, lupus nephritis, ANCA-associated vasculitis, acute kidney injury and nephrotoxicity, genomics and omics in nephrology, cutting-edge immune therapies, kidney transplantation, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in clinical practice. The emphasis throughout is on translating scientific discovery into meaningful improvements in patient care.

We are particularly proud of the exceptional faculty participating in this update. The program brings together internationally recognized experts from Mayo Clinic and leading academic centers across Europe and beyond. Their collective expertise ensures in-depth, state-of-the-art lectures, case-based discussions, and thoughtful panels that will foster learning, debate, and collaboration at the highest level.

Beyond the scientific content, this meeting also offers a unique opportunity to engage with colleagues in an environment that encourages reflection and interaction. The Tróia Península, with its natural beauty and serene coastal setting, provides an ideal backdrop for high-level scientific exchange while also allowing time to relax and connect outside the lecture hall.

We look forward to welcoming you to Tróia for what promises to be an inspiring and memorable scientific meeting.

With kind regards,

Karina Soto, MD, PhD

Chairs Mayo Clinic Nephrology Update – Troia 2026

Fernando Fervenza, MD, PhD

Chairs Mayo Clinic Nephrology Update – Troia 2026

Mayo Clinic Nephrology Update

Experience high-level scientific sessions in the beautiful Troia Peninsula, with opportunities for networking, collaboration, and relaxation.

Glomerulopathies & immune-mediated kidney diseases

Novel immunotherapies & genetic nephropathies

Advances in kidney transplantation & immune monitoring

AKi and nephrotoxicity frontiers

Registration

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Resident – Presenting author

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Faculty

Andreas Kronbichler

Medical University of Innsbruck

Innsbruck, Austria

Andrew Bentall

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Dario Roccatello

Clinical & Biological Sciences, University of Turin

Turin, Italy

David Jayne

University of Cambridge

Cambridge, UK

Fernando Caravaca-Fontan

Hospital 12 de Octubre

Madrid, Spain

Fernando Fervenza

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Filippo Pinto e Vairo

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Isabelle Ayoub

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus

Ohio, USA

Juliana Draibe

Bellvitge Hospital

Barcelona, Spain

Karina Soto

Unidade Local de Saúde da Arrábida

Setúbal, Portugal

Kianoush Kashani

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Ladan Zand

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Laura Lambert

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

María José Soler

Vall d’Hebron

Barcelona, Spain

Mariam Priya Alexander

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Marta Casal Moura

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Naim Issa

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Sandra Herrmann

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Sanjeev Sethi

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Vesna Garovic

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Ziad Zoghby

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, USA

Preliminary Program

09:00 - 09:15

Welcome & Opening Remarks

09:15 – 09:35

Antigen discovery & clinical significance

Sanjeev Sethi (USA)

09:35 – 09:55

Treatment strategies in MN

Fernando Fervenza (USA)

09:55 – 10:05

Discussion

Andrew Bentall (USA)

10:05 – 10:25

Novel therapies incl. APRIL targeting

Ladan Zand (USA)

10:25 – 10:45

Basal protection & beyond in IgAN

María José Soler (Spain)

10:45 – 10:55

Discussion

10:55 - 11:10

Coffee break

11:10 – 11:30

Immune-complex mediated GN & fibrillary GN

Mariam Priya Alexander (USA)

11:30 – 11:50

New therapeutic goals in GN

Sandra Herrmann (USA)

11:50 – 12:10

C3 glomerulopathy & atypical HUS

Fernando Caravaca-Fontan (Spain)

12:10 – 12:20

Discussion

12:20 – 13:00

Clinical cases

13:00 - 14:30

Lunch

14:30 – 14:50

Prognostic tools & relapse risk in AAV GN

Marta Casal Moura (USA)

14:50 – 15:10

Current standard of care and unmet needs in AAV

Andreas Kronbichler (Austria)

15:10 – 15:30

Translating Clinical Trials into Practice: The Future of AAV Therapy

David Jayne (UK)

15:30 – 15:50

New biomarkers in AAV GN

Juliana Draibe (Spain)

15:50 – 16:00

Discussion

16:00 – 16:20

Therapeutic goals in lupus nephritis

Fernando Fervenza (USA)

16:20 – 16:40

Strategies for flare prevention

Isabelle Ayoub (USA)

16:40 – 17:00

Treatment of Refractory Lupus Nephritis with Daratumumab

Dario Roccatello (Italy)

17:00 – 17:10

Discussion

17:10 - 17:25

Coffee Break

17:25 – 17:55

Drug-induced AKI

Kianoush Kashani (USA)

17:55 – 18:15

Checkpoint inhibitor nephritis & immunotherapy-associated AKI

Sandra Herrmann (USA)

18:15 – 18:25

Discussion

18:25 - 19:00

Clinical cases

19:00 - 19:15

Wrap-up & Networking / Exhibit Time

09:00 – 09:20

Genomics in the clinical practice & personalized nephrology

Filippo Pinto e Vairo (USA)

09:20 – 09:40

Functional Omics applied to nephrology

Laura Lambert (USA)

09:40 – 10:00

Hypertension in Pregnancy

Vesna Garovic (USA)

10:00 – 10:10

Discussion

10:10 – 10:30

Cryoglobulinemic GN: Novel approaches

Dario Roccatello (Italy)

11:00 – 11:30

Novel B-Cell–Directed Strategies in Glomerulonephritis: The Role of Obinutuzumab

Ladan Zand (USA)

11:30 – 11:40

Discussion

11:40 - 11:55

Coffee Break

11:55 – 12:15

Antibody-Mediated Rejection: Novel Therapies

Naim Issal (USA)

12:15 – 12:35

Tolerance and Immunosuppression Complications

Andrew Bentall (USA)

12:35 – 12:45

Living Kidney Donation: Long-Term Outcomes and Mayo Clinic Experience

Naim Issa (USA)

12:45 – 12:55

Discussion

12:55 – 13:15

Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Nephrology

Ziad Zoghby (USA)

13:15 – 13:25

AI domain for AKI and Critical Care Nephrology

13:25 – 13:45

Panel discussion: Kianoush Kashani (USA) & others (TBD)

13:45 - 15:15

Closing Lunch

Scientific Committee

Experience high-level scientific sessions in the beautiful Troia Peninsula, with opportunities for networking, collaboration, and relaxation.

Karina Soto
Unidade Local de Saúde da Arrábida, Setúbal, Portugal
Fernando Teixeira e Costa
Unidade Local de Saúde Almada-Seixal, Portugal
Pedro Bravo
Unidade Local de Saúde Almada-Seixal, Portugal
Fernando Godinho Pereira
Unidade Local de Saúde Almada-Seixal, Portugal
Afonso Santos
Unidade Local de Saúde Amadora/Sintra, Portugal

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Abstracts

Abstract submission will open on March 16th

Submission Deadline

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Format Guidelines

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Best Abstract Award

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Submission Guidelines

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About Tróia

Tróia Peninsula, Portugal

Tróia is a coastal peninsula located in Setúbal, Portugal, south of Lisbon, across the Sado River. It is known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and natural landscapes.

 

Tróia stretches for several miles along the Atlantic Ocean and is a popular destination for both tourists and locals. The area has a rich historical background, including important Roman ruins from an ancient settlement once used for fish-sauce production (garum).

 

These ruins show that Tróia was an important economic center during Roman times.

 

 

How to get there

Closest Airport

Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) – the main and closest airport

• About 50 km (30 miles) from Tróia;

• Best option for international travelers.

Lisbon Airport – Setúbal Ferry

Option 1: Public Transport (Metro + Bus)

1. From Lisbon Airport, take the Metro (Red Line) to Oriente Station (about 20 min);

2. At Oriente, go to the bus terminal;

3. Take a bus to Setúbal (lines like 4715 or 4720). It takes around 50–60 min and costs about €5–€13;

4. In Setúbal, walk or take a local taxi/bus to the ferry terminal to Tróia (short distance).

Best for budget travelers.

Option 2: Taxi / Ride-Share (Uber, Bolt)

• From outside the airport arrivals, hail a taxi or Uber/Bolt directly to Setúbal;

• The journey is about 30–50 minutes depending on traffic;

• Taxi/ride-share cost is roughly €40–€60 for one trip.

Best for convenience, especially with luggage.

Setúbal Ferry – Tróia

By Ferry (most common way)
• Go to Setúbal city;
• Take the ferry from Setúbal to Tróia;
• The trip takes about 15–20 minutes;
• Ferries carry passengers and cars;
• This is the fastest and easiest option.