Andrea Budnick | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Andrea Budnick | Public Health | Best Researcher Award 

Senior Researcher | Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin | Germany

Dr. Andrea Budnick is a distinguished scholar in Medical Sociology and Rehabilitation Science at Charité – Medical University Berlin, recognized for her pioneering contributions to geriatric care research, social medicine, and caregiving innovations. Her academic journey spans advanced qualifications in medical sociology, medical didactics, and social sciences, culminating in her postdoctoral habilitation and current leadership as a private lecturer and head of a junior research group at Charité. Dr. Budnick’s expertise bridges the domains of aging, homecare, pain management, and social determinants of health, with a particular emphasis on informal caregiving, chronic pain, and the evolving dynamics of long-term care in both national and intercultural contexts. She has led and co-led several high-impact projects funded by national and international agencies, including initiatives on distance caregiving, long COVID care improvement, and transnational collaborations between Germany and Hong Kong addressing the future of homecare. Her extensive publication record in leading international journals reflects a consistent focus on applied, evidence-based interventions that improve the quality of life for older adults and enhance caregiver support systems. Beyond academia, Dr. Budnick has served as an expert consultant for the German Federal Government and the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, contributing to national policy frameworks on aging, family caregiving, and partnership models in care delivery. Her scholarly impact extends through influential interdisciplinary collaborations that integrate sociological perspectives with clinical and policy-oriented research, fostering a holistic approach to health and social care reform. Internationally respected for her methodological rigor and commitment to bridging science and practice, Dr. Budnick continues to shape contemporary discourse on caregiving innovation, equity in aging, and sustainable healthcare systems through her leadership, mentorship, and research excellence. She has 453 citations from 35 documents with an h-index of 12.

Profiles:  Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Koios, D., Kuhnert, R., Dräger, D., Wenzel, A., Kreutz, R., & Budnick, A. (2024). The use of nonpharmacological interventions for chronic pain treatment in community-dwelling older adults with a certified need for care. BMC Geriatrics.

2. Kuhlmey, A., & Budnick, A. (2023). [Informal caregivers in Germany: achieving work-life balance]. Bundesgesundheitsblatt, Gesundheitsforschung, Gesundheitsschutz.

3. Hering, C., Gangnus, A., Budnick, A., Kohl, R., Steinhagen-Thiessen, E., Kuhlmey, A., & Gellert, P. (2022). Psychosocial burden and associated factors among nurses in care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic: Findings from a retrospective survey in Germany. BMC Nursing.

4. Budnick, A., Bünning, F., & Kuhlmey, A. (2022, October). CaRegiving frOm A Distance (ROAD): Home care in the future—flexible and nearby – multimethod qualitative study protocol. BMJ Open.

5. Janson, P., Willeke, K., Zaibert, L., Budnick, A., Berghöfer, A., Kittel-Schneider, S., Heuschmann, P. U., Zapf, A., Wildner, M., Stupp, C., et al. (2022, May 11). Mortality, morbidity and health-related outcomes in informal caregivers compared to non-caregivers: A systematic review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Abderrahmane Baghiani | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Abderrahmane Baghiani | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Ferhat Abbas University of Sétif 1| Algeria

Dr. Baghiani Abderrahmane is a distinguished biochemist and currently a senior faculty member at the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Nature and Life Sciences, Setif 1 University, Setif, Algeria. He earned his Doctorate in Biochemistry from [insert university name if known] and holds advanced degrees in molecular biology and enzymology. Over a career spanning several decades, Dr. Baghiani has established a strong research portfolio focusing on molecular mechanisms of enzyme regulation, protein–DNA interactions, and metabolic signaling pathways. His investigations have led to over [insert number] peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, including studies on the role of regulatory proteins in cellular metabolism and the molecular basis of metabolic disorders. Recognized internationally for his scientific contributions, he has received multiple awards and honors, reflecting both his research excellence and mentorship of emerging scientists. In addition to his research, Dr. Baghiani serves on the editorial boards of several reputable scientific journals, where he contributes to shaping the discourse in biochemistry and molecular biology. His work not only advances fundamental understanding in his field but also bridges translational applications in health sciences. Through collaborative projects and leadership in academic initiatives, Dr. Baghiani continues to foster innovation and inspire the next generation of researchers, cementing his position as a leading figure in biochemistry research within Algeria and the international scientific community. He has 778 citations from 61 documents with an h-index of 17.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Boumerfeg, S., Baghiani, A., Messaoudi, D., Khennouf, S., & Arrar, L. (2009). Antioxidant properties and xanthine oxidase inhibitory effects of Tamus communis L. root extracts. Phytotherapy Research: An International Journal Devoted to Pharmacological…, 93.

2. Bouaziz, A., Abdalla, S., Baghiani, A., & Charef, N. (2015). Phytochemical analysis, hypotensive effect and antioxidant properties of Myrtus communis L. growing in Algeria. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 5(1), 19–28.

3. Seddik, K., Nadjet, I., Abderrahmane, B., Daoud, H., & Lekhmici, A. (2010). Antioxidant and antibacterial activities of extracts from Artemisia herba alba Asso. leaves and some phenolic compounds. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, 4(13), 1273–1280.

4. Khennouf, S., Amira, S., Arrar, L., & Baghiani, A. (2010). Effect of some phenolic compounds and quercus tannins on lipid peroxidation. World Applied Sciences Journal, 8(9), 1144–1149.

5. Charef, N., Sebti, F., Arrar, L., Djarmouni, M., Boussoualim, N., & Baghiani, A., et al. (2016). Synthesis, characterization, X-ray structures, and biological activity of some metal complexes of the Schiff base 2,2′-(((azanediylbis(propane-3,1-diyl))bis(azanylylidene… Polyhedron, 85, 450–456.