University of Basel

Founded in 1460, the University of Basel has over 13,000 students, including around 3,000 PhD students. The university comprises seven faculties and leads research and education in its affiliated clinics and university hospitals. Nursing Science is part of the Department Public Health and is #42 in Shangai ranking. Prof Sabina De Geest leads the interdisciplinary PIONEER group, focusing on behavioral (e.g. medication adherence) and psychosocial issues in chronically ill people. Driven by implementation science methodology, her research portfolio focuses on the development of innovative care models partially powered by eHealth.