A comprehensive review of all aspects of herbal research and development
In recent years, more people in Western and developed countries have shown increased concern about the side effects of synthetic drugs and are turning to natural therapies, including herbal products. To meet this growing demand and effectively use natural products and herbal medicines, medicinal chemists and researchers need to understand chemistry, biochemistry, biology, pharmacology, and clinical science. Traditional Herbal Medicine Research Methods covers the methodology for collecting and identifying herbal materials, extracting and isolating compounds from herbs, in vitro bioassay, in vivo animal test, toxicology, and clinical trials.
Serving as a bridge between different fields with basic information and insights on the progress of herbal study, the book introduces the basic content and methodology of each field and the keys for the study of herbal medicine, as well as tips for correctly and effectively designing and performing a study on herbs. In addition, the book:
- Helps medicinal chemists and natural products researchers understandthe chemistry, biochemistry, biology, pharmacology, and clinical science of herbal medicines
- Covers methods and techniques for herbal identification, chemicalisolation and analysis, bioassays, and the pharmacological aspects of herb-derived natural products
- Provides information on the mechanisms, concepts, and methods for the study of traditional medicinal herbs
With helpful figures, tables, references, and an associated website, this book will serve as a guideline for new scientists and help them explore, with modern technologies, new secrets in the treasury of traditional medicines.
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A comprehensive review of all aspects of herbal research and development
In recent years, more people in Western and developed countries have shown increased concern about the side effects of synthetic drugs and are turning to natural therapies, including herbal products. To meet this growing demand and effectively use natural products and herbal medicines, medicinal chemists and researchers need to understand chemistry, biochemistry, biology, pharmacology, and clinical science. Traditional Herbal Medicine Research Methods covers the methodology for collecting and identifying herbal materials, extracting and isolating compounds from herbs, in vitro bioassay, in vivo animal test, toxicology, and clinical trials.
Serving as a bridge between different fields with basic information and insights on the progress of herbal study, the book introduces the basic content and methodology of each field and the keys for the study of herbal medicine, as well as tips for correctly and effectively designing and performing a study on herbs. In addition, the book:
- Helps medicinal chemists and natural products researchers understandthe chemistry, biochemistry, biology, pharmacology, and clinical science of herbal medicines
- Covers methods and techniques for herbal identification, chemicalisolation and analysis, bioassays, and the pharmacological aspects of herb-derived natural products
- Provides information on the mechanisms, concepts, and methods for the study of traditional medicinal herbs
With helpful figures, tables, references, and an associated website, this book will serve as a guideline for new scientists and help them explore, with modern technologies, new secrets in the treasury of traditional medicines.
About the Author
Willow J. H. Liu is the owner of 21st Century Herbs & Health, Inc. Dr. Liu has been working on traditional Chinese herbs and Western herbal medicines for twenty-five years. She has research experience on herbs using the methodologies of modern chemistry, biology, and pharmacology in China, Germany, and the United States. Dr. Liu has also worked in both product development and clinical application of herbal medicines. Her papers on isolation and identification, chemical analysis, bioassay screening, animal studies, and studies of the mechanisms of herbal medicines have been published in different international journals.
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