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Episode 3: February 2026 Issue: Editors´ picks

In this February episode of the Transplant International Podcast, Deputy Editor-in-Chief Nina Pilat and Editorial Fellow Antonio Citro explore two major highlights from the current issue. First, they discuss the Editors’ Choice selection of the Top 12 Most Impactful Papers in Clinical Transplantation in 2025, covering breakthroughs from xenotransplantation and immune engineering to organ preservation and oncology. They then turn to a comprehensive narrative review on machine learning in lung transplantation, unpacking how AI-driven approaches are influencing outcome prediction, organ allocation, imaging, and precision medicine. Together, these topics provide a forward-looking perspective on how biological innovation and computational methods are converging to transform the field.

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Episode 2: January 2026 Issue: Editors´ picks

In this January issue episode of the Transplant International Podcast, Deputy Editor-in-Chief Nina Pilat and Editorial Fellow Delphine Kervella analyse two landmark studies examining simultaneous pancreas-kidney (SPK) versus kidney-alone transplantation outcomes. Using data from the TriNetX global EHR network and the US SRTR registry, these studies reveal surprising findings about survival neutrality while confirming SPK's metabolic superiority. The discussion covers three accompanying commentaries that debate the implications for clinical practice, patient counselling, and organ allocation policies. This episode provides essential insights into how modern diabetes management and improved kidney transplant outcomes have reshaped the SPK versus kidney-alone debate.

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Episode 1: Visions for ESOT – A Conversation with President Olivier Thaunat

Join Nina Pilat, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Transplant International, and Editorial Fellow Antonio Citro as they engage in a compelling conversation with Olivier Thaunat. Serving as ESOT President for 2025-2027, Olivier shares his insights on leadership, the evolving landscape of transplantation, and his commitment to fostering resilience and collaboration within the ESOT community. This episode explores what "sustainable" means for the field, identifies key emerging technologies, and offers valuable advice for young investigators, painting a vivid picture of ESOT's future.

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