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LUCKNOW, INDIA, February 24, 2002: Known as sciences that cure diseases in human beings, homeopathy and naturopathy research has revealed that the drugs used to treat humans could be useful in preserving ancient and precious artifacts. At the National Research Laboratory for Conservation of Cultural Property at Lucknow, research is being conducted that will hopefully eliminate the use of harsh chemicals to preserve art and replace them with environmentally friendly alternatives. This article says, “Many homeopathy drugs are known to effectively cure viral and fungal infections.” It is precisely these kinds of infections that plague historical art work. So far the NRLCP has tested Sulphur 30, anona (sitafal) seeds, and neem gold as part of their research. All three drugs combat viral and fungal growth as well as deter infestations by certain insects. Shashi Dhawan, head of NRLCP bio-deterioration division says, “The chemicals we use and the sprays that are used by museum chemists are known to be harmful. If our research is able to yield better alternatives they would be preferable to use.”

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