This book bridges ancient wisdom and modern science to reveal the therapeutic power of medicinal metals. Discover how gold, silver, and copper have been used for centuries in traditional healing and are now driving innovations in cancer therapy, medical devices, and diagnostics.
Ruchi Badoni Semwal
Dr Ruchi Badoni Semwal, an Assistant Professor at Municipal Postgraduate College, Mussoorie, India, specializes in Natural Products Chemistry. With a PhD and postdoctoral fellowships, she’s renowned for her work on bio-active compounds and quality assurance protocols for traditional medicines. Dr Semwal’s contributions have earned her awards and recognition, including inclusion in Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientists List. Her research spans more than 100 publications, books, and patents, focusing on natural products chemistry.
Author's books
Ethnochemistry
This guide to ethnosciences links traditional knowledge with modern scientific inquiry. It examines ethnochemistry, from the medicinal marvels of plants to traditional dyes, envisioning it as a catalyst for innovation, conservation, and cultural preservation.
Indian Medicinal Plants of North-East Himalayas
Discover the rich biodiversity and traditional healing practices of Northeast India, a hotspot home to half the country’s plant species. Focusing on Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim, this book details medicinal flora and indigenous knowledge to preserve the region’s vital heritage.