A pioneer researcher in the
West,
James Fearnley - BeeVital's founder - began his research
interest in propolis in 1992. He commissioned a number
of important studies into the antibiotic and anti inflammatory
properties of propolis at the University of Oxford
(Department of Biology) and Manchester University (Dental
School). These studies where published in peer reviewed
journals.
Bee Propolis
- Natural Healing from the Hive
In 2001 James Fearnley published Bee
Propolis & Natural Healing from the Hive (Souvenir
Press). This work remains the most comprehensive survey
of the scientific basis for propolis yet undertaken.
( See Details )
BeeVital - Awarded Major
UK Government Research Grant
In 2004 BeeVital was awarded a major UK Government Research
and Development Award to explore the chemical, pharmacological
and clinical properties of propolis. It was one of very
few natural medicine projects to receive such an award.
Chemical and
Pharmacological research
The project, which will take three years, will involve
biological testing of propolis samples from throughout
the world to identify their relative antibiotic, anti
inflammatory, anti fungal and anti viral properties.
It will explore the chemical composition of each sample
in order to establish whether propolis from particular
areas or climatic zones has any particular advantages.
Clinical Research in Man
The project will then use propolis with a known chemical
profile in order to undertake specific clinical trials
in chosen areas. These areas will include:
-Periodontal problems
(Mouth ulcers and Pericorinitis)
-Skin problems
(Eczema and Psoriasis )
-Wound Healing
(including effectiveness against MRSA)
-Herpes simplex,
-Gastric ulcers,
-Stomach ulcers
-Immune deficiency diseases
Treatment of
Animals
Studies will also be undertaken into the use of propolis
for such conditions as mastitis, viruses and
wounds.
: : The
Project Team
The University of Strathclyde has a a reputation as
a centre of excellence in the understanding of plant
chemistry and medicinal properties of plants. The project
team consists of Dr. Dave Watson, Dr. Veronique Seidel
and Elham Peyfoon MSc.
: : An
International Advisory Board
The research programme will be overseen by a board of
internationally respected scientists and doctors.
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