Scientific Research

One of the key functions of The International Aloe Science Council is encouraging research and development of Aloe Vera. We have numerous scientists, doctors and other researchers around the world constantly performing tests and conducting research on the properties and benefits of Aloe. These articles will periodically be added to our growing list available here at our web site. Please select from the following articles:

Biological Activity of Aloe Vera - 1 MB PDF file This article by Dr. Robert H. Davis appears in the November 1993 edition of SOFW Journal. Internal Uses of Aloe Vera - 2 MB PDF file This article addresses internal uses of Aloe Vera is written by Dr. Ivan E. Danhof. Acute Oral Toxicity Study - 1 MB PDF file This report from June, 1981 was developed by Dawson Research Corporation in Orlando, FL. Aloe-derived carbohydrates reduce inflammation by blocking neutrophil emigration mediated by certain beta2 integrins This abstract presented by Dr. Ian Tizard of Texas A&M University reveals the effects Aloe has on inflammation. Research Focuses On Chromones In Aloe Dr. Qi Jia of Univera Pharmaceuticals investigates the role chromones may play in the anti-inflammatory effects Aloe displays. The Effects of Lifelong Aloe Ingestion on Aging and Pathology The objective of this study was to initiate a systematic and scientific investigation of the effects of long-term aloe ingestion on laboratory rats. Hydrogel Dressings Offer Advancements In Wound Healing This abstract from Dr. Sheri Smith of Carrington Laboratories discusses the use of hydrogel dressings in wound care. The Chemistry Of Low-Molecular Weight Chromones And Glycoproteins From Aloe vera Dr. Akira Yagi from the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at Fukuyama University in Japan examines the chemistry of low molecular weight phenolic and chromone components of the latex exudate and glycoproteins from the gel of Aloe vera. Polymerase Chain Reaction: A New Method For The Identification Of Aloe Dr. Steve Orndorff, Ph.D, from Univera Phytoceuticals, is using DNA as a way of identifying Aloe Vera. Dr. Orndorff is Chairman of the IASC's Certification Committee. Aloe Polysaccharides and Their Measurement Dr. Ronald P. Pelley, Ph.D, M.D., from the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Texas Medical Branch, has done extensive research on the beneficial elements of Aloe Vera. Two-Year Study Monitoring Several Physical and Chemical Properties of Field-grown Aloe barbadensis Miller Leaves Dr. Yin-Tung Wang, Associate Professor of Floriculture at Texas A&M University, performed a two-year study on the properties of Aloe Vera. The results of this study are being used by The International Aloe Science Council as the standard for what levels of various elements should be in Aloe Vera for its Certification Program. Aloe Vera: Its Potential Use in Wound Healing and Disease Control in Oral Conditions Dr. Timothy E. Moore, D.D.S/M.S.,P.C. highlights eight ways Aloe Vera is being used in dentistry.