André Briend

André Briend serves as an Affiliate Professor in the Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on malnutrition treatment and pediatric nutrition, particularly in developing countries. With over 120 research outputs, Professor Briend has established himself as a leading expert in nutritional interventions for acutely malnourished children.

Professor Briend's research interests span malnutrition treatment protocols, lipid-based nutrient supplements, child health in resource-limited settings, anthropometric assessment, body composition analysis, and public health nutrition. His work bridges clinical practice with public health implementation, focusing on practical solutions for malnutrition management in challenging environments.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on evaluating treatment protocols for malnourished children across diverse settings. His research examines the effectiveness of lipid-based nutrient supplements, body composition changes during treatment, gut health markers in stunted children, and biomarker reliability in malnutrition assessment. A notable trend is his focus on simplifying treatment protocols while maintaining efficacy, particularly for community-based management of acute malnutrition.

Professor Briend maintains active collaborations with researchers across Africa, including institutions in Uganda, Burkina Faso, and Tanzania, reflecting his commitment to context-specific nutritional interventions in resource-limited settings. His work frequently involves secondary analyses of large clinical trials to extract additional insights about nutritional rehabilitation processes.