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About LaBadia

An evidence-based reference on medicinal plants, nutrition and health, with the sources behind every entry.

AN 87-YEAR PROMISE: FROM VILLAGE COMPASSION TO SYSTEMS BIOLOGY.

Eighty-seven years ago in South Lebanon, Badia Cheaib carried an intuitive, rigorous understanding of nature's therapeutic potential. Working alongside her husband, she used her knowledge of medicinal plants to support the health and well-being of her community.

Decades later, her granddaughter, Dr. Nadia Cheaib, continued this legacy through pharmaceutical education and scientific research in France.

Today, AlBadiia brings ancestral botanical knowledge and modern pharmacological science together, inviting researchers and healthcare professionals worldwide to contribute to evidence-based botanical medicine.

WHAT IS ALBADIIA?

AlBadiia is a global, open-access biomedical knowledge platform connecting ancestral ethnobotanical wisdom with modern pharmacological research, molecular science, and clinical evidence.

Our mission is to bring together physicians, pharmacists, pharmacognosists, researchers, and agricultural experts to investigate medicinal plants through rigorous scientific methods.

By integrating traditional botanical knowledge with modern research, AlBadiia aims to build an internationally accessible, evidence-based resource supporting scientific collaboration, responsible botanical medicine, and sustainable agriculture.

We invite researchers worldwide to contribute their findings, share clinical observations, and help advance the scientific understanding of medicinal plants.

AN 87-YEAR PROMISE: FROM VILLAGE COMPASSION TO SYSTEMS BIOLOGY.

OUR MISSION — BRIDGING NATURE AND SCIENCE

AlBadiia's mission is to connect ancestral botanical knowledge with modern biomedical science through rigorous research, scientific collaboration, and evidence-based evaluation.

We aim to establish an open-access global knowledge platform bringing together physicians, pharmacists, pharmacognosists, clinical researchers, and agricultural experts to investigate the therapeutic potential, safety, and molecular mechanisms of medicinal plants.

By supporting scientific attribution, transparent evidence assessment, responsible cultivation, and biodiversity conservation, AlBadiia seeks to advance global health while creating sustainable opportunities for rural farmers and agricultural communities.

Our vision is to transform scattered traditional knowledge into accessible, scientifically evaluated resources that support healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, and future generations.

WHAT IS ALBADIIA?

OUR MISSION — BRIDGING NATURE AND SCIENCE

OUR VISION — SOVEREIGN HEALTH & SUSTAINABLE GLOBAL WELL-BEING

AlBadiia envisions a world where ancestral botanical knowledge and advanced biomedical science work together to support human health, scientific innovation, and environmental sustainability.

Our global vision is to develop an accessible, evidence-based botanical knowledge platform that connects healthcare professionals, scientists, agricultural communities, and research institutions.

By promoting responsible medicinal plant cultivation, biodiversity conservation, fair agricultural value chains, and rigorous scientific validation, AlBadiia aims to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

We believe the future of botanical medicine depends on scientific collaboration, transparent evidence, and respect for both human health and planetary biodiversity.

OUR MISSION — BRIDGING NATURE AND SCIENCE

Our services

Botanical Knowledge for Patients & Families

AlBadiia connects traditional botanical knowledge with modern scientific research to help patients, families, and the public better understand medicinal plants.

Explore botanical species, their traditional uses, identified active compounds, and available scientific evidence on their potential health applications.

Our goal is to promote informed decisions, scientific awareness, and the responsible use of botanical knowledge, while highlighting safety considerations and the importance of professional medical guidance.

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AlBadiia Global Research Award & Scientific Contributions

AlBadiia encourages physicians, pharmacists, pharmacognosists, and researchers worldwide to contribute scientific knowledge and advance evidence-based botanical medicine.

Through its research awards initiative, AlBadiia aims to recognize valuable contributions in clinical phytotherapy, pharmacognosy, ethnobotanical heritage, and sustainable botanical research.

Explore the Awards section to learn about available opportunities, eligibility requirements, and research submission procedures.

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Research and Development (R&D)

The R&D page allows you to search for articles regarding phytomedicine from over a hundred publishing journals. You can also share articles you have read or even your own publications using the control panel.

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LaBadia Academy

To receive online courses and expand your knowledge in the field of herbal therapy, visit our online academy page.

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FAQs

Answers to the questions we hear most. Can’t find yours? Write to us.

Why register in LaBadia Educate?

Discover articles on plants, herbal therapy and nutrition
Include publications you have read or publications of your own onto the platform for others from the scientific community
Submit a research project and receive an award
Read information on over 1,000 plants from traditional medicine sources

What does our academy provide?

We provide accessible, affordable herbal education courses for academics and students to receive a diploma in herbal therapy.

Where can I find the courses list?

Our courses are provided on our partner ClinAcademy page. You can find all courses offered by visiting their page.

Who can add publications on the website?

Members from the scientific community can add studies of their own or articles they have read on the platform.

How do I search by author?

Write the author’s last name and initials in the search box, and click Search.

How do I search by journal name?

Write the full journal name (e.g., International Journal of Plant Sciences) and not the abbreviated title (e.g., Int. J. Plant Sci) in the search box, and click Search.

How to use Filters

You can use filters to narrow your search results by article type, publication date, product, and disease or health condition. To apply a filter: Search for studies in LaBadia Educate. Specify the filter(s) you would like to run from the sidebar. Click Search to apply the filter(s). All the subsequent searches will be filtered until you click Reset.

How can I get the full text article?

To get the full text article, use the article information provided on our R&D page to search and read the full text article or download the pdf file from the publishing journal page or from other online search engines like PubMed, ResearchGate, etc.

Where can I find information from traditional medicine books?

To read such information, go to our “For the Public” page and search for any plant that you’d like to read information stated from traditional medicine sources.

How to apply for the award?

To submit your scientific research project proposal, you need to first create an account then add the proposal title, attach the file, and write a motivational letter explaining why you chose this particular subject and why you believe it requires recognition.

What happens after I submit a proposal?

A panel of highly recognized scientists and professors will review all submitted proposals and provide feedback within a period of 15 days.

How do I report a problem in LaBadia Educate?

To report any problem or issue or to provide any feedback, go to the Support Center on our Homepage and fill all the fields, including your full name, email, subject, and message. Our team will review your message and get back to you as soon as possible.

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