Arriel Makembi Bunkete | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Arriel Makembi Bunkete | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

University of Kinshasa | Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Dr. Arriel Makembi Bunkete is a dedicated nephrologist and internal medicine specialist whose clinical and scientific work focuses on kidney transplantation, dialysis innovations, and the epidemiology of chronic kidney disease across diverse and resource-limited settings. He has developed a strong research identity through his contributions to transplant coordination, acute and chronic dialysis strategies, extracorporeal purification techniques, clinical nephrology, glomerular diseases, and the management of toxicological and environmental kidney injuries. His multidisciplinary approach integrates clinical practice, research leadership, and collaborative scientific work with teams in French Guiana, France, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Dr. Bunkete’s research addresses critical challenges such as anemia in kidney transplant recipients, sickle cell nephropathy, lupus nephritis activity, paraquat poisoning, high blood lead levels in dialysis patients, and the implementation of home hemodialysis in remote territories. His scientific output includes peer-reviewed articles, case reports, international conference abstracts, and involvement in ongoing epidemiological studies. Recognized for his growing academic influence, he has accumulated 4 citations, an h-index of 1, and an i10-index of 0 (Google Scholar metrics), with comparable citation performance indexed in Scopus. He also contributes as a reviewer for leading nephrology journals, reflecting his commitment to advancing global renal research. His work has received competitive research grant support for studies on APOL1 variants and chronic kidney disease in French Guiana, reinforcing his standing as an emerging investigator in tropical nephrology and transplant medicine. With a strong scientific footprint, ongoing research leadership, and steady scholarly growth, Dr. Bunkete demonstrates the qualities associated with the Best Researcher Award in nephrology.

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Bunkete, A. M. (2025). Home hemodialysis in French Guiana: Transforming logistical challenges into healthcare opportunities. Bulletin de la Dialyse à Domicile, 8(2), 107–111.

Kabasele, D. B., Bunkete, A. M., Mbayabo, G., Lumbala, P., Matondo, O., Aloni, M., et al. (2025). Hydroxyurea and regression of sickle cell nephropathy: Open clinical trial in a pediatric population in DR Congo. Kidney360.

Bunkete, A. M., Kasonga, P. K., Fermigier, F., & Djiconkpode, I. (2025). WCN25-137: Pediatric nephrology in French Guiana – Overview and outlook. Kidney International Reports, 10(2), S615.

Anga, K., Makembi, A., Amisi, É., Delpierre, É., Ha, V. H. T., Mbombo, W., et al. (2024). Morbidity and mortality of acute renal failure in COVID-19 patients in intensive care according to waves/variant: Case of the Grand Hôpital de l’Est Francilien site de Meaux. Open Journal of Internal Medicine, 14(1), 16–29.

Bunkete, A. M., Belgrine, M., Sidibe, M., Bellony, S., Davodun, T., Djiconkpode, I., et al. (2025). Dialyse péritonéale chez un nourrisson avec insuffisance rénale aiguë sévère: Dialyse réalisée en plein vol lors d’une évacuation sanitaire en Guyane – À propos d’un cas. Bulletin de la Dialyse à Domicile, 8(3), 255–261.

Bahar Çiftçi | Health Professions | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc Prof Dr. Bahar Çiftçi | Health Professions | Editorial Board Member

Atatürk University | Turkey

Assoc Prof Dr. Bahar Çiftçi is a distinguished nursing researcher whose scholarly contributions have significantly advanced knowledge in clinical nursing practice, psychiatric care, patient education, and nursing student development. Her research portfolio spans critical themes such as treatment adherence in chronic diseases, mental-health-related self-care agency, resilience and wellbeing among nursing students, disaster-related psychological outcomes, intercultural sensitivity, compassion competence, and innovative teaching strategies including Kahoot-based and question-answer reinforcement methods. She has also produced influential work on rational drug use in children, subcutaneous heparin administration, missed nursing care, clinical decision-making, and spirituality-related competencies, reflecting a strong commitment to evidence-based and human-centered nursing. Her studies published in journals such as Journal of Vascular Nursing, Perspectives in Psychiatric Care, Nurse Education Today, Journal of Community Psychology, American Journal of Critical Care, and others demonstrate her methodological expertise and interdisciplinary engagement. With a growing international footprint, she contributes to global nursing knowledge through collaborative, multi-centric research addressing contemporary healthcare challenges, including post-COVID psychological growth, hospital care quality, and professional attitudes during pandemics. Her scholarly impact is reflected in Google Scholar metrics with 582 total citations, an h-index of 14, and an i10-index of 19, alongside a strong citation trend. Scopus-indexed documents further validate the visibility and academic reach of her work within the global research community. As an editorial board member, she plays an active role in shaping scientific standards and supporting high-quality peer-reviewed publications. Collectively, her research advances both theoretical understanding and practical innovation in nursing, positioning her as a respected scholar whose work informs patient care, nursing education, and mental health practices across diverse healthcare settings.

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  • Turan, G. B., Aksoy, M., & Çiftçi, B. (2019). Effect of social support on the treatment adherence of hypertension patients. Journal of Vascular Nursing, 37(1), 46–51.

  • Bahçecioğlu Turan, G., Özer, Z., & Ciftci, B. (2021). Analysis of anxiety levels and attitudes of nursing students toward the nursing profession during the COVID‐19 pandemic. Perspectives in Psychiatric Care, 57(4), 1913–1921.

  • Aras, G. N., & Çiftçi, B. (2021). Comparison of the effect of reinforcement with question-answer and Kahoot method on the success and motivation levels of nursing students: A quasi-experimental review. Nurse Education Today, Article 104930.

  • Çiftçi, B., Yıldırım, N., Altun, Ö. Ş., & Avşar, G. (2015). What level of self-care agency in mental illness? The factors affecting self-care agency and self-care agency in patients with mental illness. Archives of Psychiatric Nursing, 29(6), 372–376.

  • Yıldırım, N., Çiftçi, B., & Kaşıkçı, M. (2017). Hemşirelerin hasta eğitimi verme durumu ve etkileyen faktörlerin belirlenmesi. Atatürk İletişim Dergisi, 217–231.