History
The Aurum Project: Advancing Natural Medicine Research
Founded in 2005, The Aurum Project (AP) is a not-for-profit research organisation dedicated to advancing the understanding and application of natural medicine, with a special focus on homeopathy. Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, AP was established by Penny Barron and Linlee Jordan with a shared vision to improve health and wellbeing through scientifically rigorous, research based approaches to providing natural healthcare.
At its core, The Aurum Project is driven by the knowledge that homeopathy can offer sustainable, effective, and accessible solutions for improving human health. To achieve this, we conduct research that bridges the gap between clinical practice and scientific inquiry.
From the very beginning, our model has been built around collaboration. We support active clinicians in becoming part of our Research Pods, where the everyday challenges faced in clinical settings become the foundation for meaningful research. This approach not only ensures that our studies are grounded in real-world healthcare needs, but also empowers practitioners to contribute directly to the advancement of natural medicine.
Nearly two decades later, this collaborative, practitioner-driven research model is more vital than ever. Today, The Aurum Project is home to a group of over 180 members, including leading specialists in various fields of natural medicine. We are committed to integrating research with practical healthcare delivery, with our growing and dynamic research team under the leadership of Dr. Celeste Salter.
As the peak body for homeopathic research in Australia, AP plays a crucial role in shaping the future of natural medicine. Operating as a Teal organisation, we prioritise transparency, collaboration, and ethical practices in all our research endeavors. However, to continue and expand our work, we rely on the generosity of individuals and organisations who believe in the power of natural health solutions.
Your support makes a real difference. By donating to The Aurum Project, you are contributing to vital research that could transform the future of healthcare. Together, we can create a world where natural medicine is not only understood but is embraced as a sustainable, effective, and integral part of wellness.
See our History by clicking on the right arrow of the timeline below
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2023In 2023, Aurum Project had 8 poster presentations and 1 oral presentation :- Workforce Survey Pod (Workforce Survey of Australian Homeopaths) AHA
- Teal Vision Pod (Teal Management Theory) AHA
- Water Project Pod (Solomon Islands Water Medicine) AHA
- Systematic Literature Review (Homeopathy research in Australia) AHA & HRI
- UTI Research Pod AHA & HRI
- Molluscum Contagiosum Pod AHA
- Oral presentation at Transformation Partnerships for a Better World Conference and paper published: Research Pods a paradigm shift within complementary medicine research
2022By the end of 2022, the following Pods were added:
- Workforce Survey Pod – Research Topic: Workforce Survey of Australian Homeopaths
- Teal Vision Pod – Research Topic: Teal Management Theory
- Water Project Pod – Research Topic: Solomon Islands Water Medicine
- Collaboration between Australian Homeopathic Association and AP on Community Building
- Respiratory Diseases Pod
The publication of articles in 2022
As well as this we had the following article published in Similia June 2022. Written By Sarah Saunders and Linlee Jordan. “Treating infertility with homeopathy. An update to the Liz Lalor Homoeopathy Fertility.”
2021Three Research Pods started this year: The Rhizome Research Pod working on UTIs, The Molluscum contagiosum Pod which is an international collaboration and the Systematic Literature Review Pod.
In May, we hosted three breakout sessions at the 12th AHA Conference in May 2021.
In September, we began a series of Melting Pot sessions to discuss the results of the National Survey, these points were raised:
- Who are we?
- How many Homeopaths are there?
- What do we do, what people do we see?
- Can recording this information strengthen the homeopathic presence?
2020The publication of “The First National Survey Research Results” in Similia Journal
in August 2020.The Aurum Project’s Linlee Jordan and Celeste Salter joined
the discussion in an “I Love Homeopathy” podcast.Linlee Jordan and Gabrielle Brodie presented in a panel discussion
showcasing Australian research: “The Future of Homeopathic Research”.
2019The Aurum Project completes The First Survey of Australian Homeopaths.
The presentation of Aurum Project research results at 3 major international conferences:
2018The Aurum Project made several presentations at the 11th Australian Homeopathic
Medicine Conference in Sydney.The launch of Autism Support Project, in response to the increase in ASD children and because parents are searching for answers in natural therapies.
Similia Journal published 2 articles by the Aurum Project titled:
- “An Innovative Method of Accelerated Learning: A Melting Pot session is
collaborative and thought provoking.” - “Proving of Morning Sickness Combination Remedy”
2017Hosting the Australian premiere of the Just One Drop homeopathy movie at the Dendy Opera Quays Cinema, Sydney.
We were listed at #10 in the top 40 homeopathy websites in the world.
Educational article was published in the journal Similia. Title: “An innovative method of accelerated learning: A melting pot session is collaborative and thought provoking”.
Proving article was published in the journal Similia. Title: “Proving of a Morning Sickness Combination Formula”.
The Aurum Project published five peer reviewed case histories in our blog.
2016Carrying out weekly data collection on the topic of glue ear
and recurring ear infections in children.Booklet for members to share published in members area: Ten Steps To Get Off The Antibiotic Treadmill. Completed.
Directory of Members of the Aurum Project launched.
Wizard of Oz theme at the Aurum Project’s Annual Gala 2016
2015Hosting of The Bali Project Seminars in Bali.
The AP has succeeded in producing two highly successful seven-day seminars
in Ubud, Bali.It combined lectures, field trips and cross-fertilisation between practitioners from seven countries.
Aurum Project co-ordinated Melting Pot ‘speed-learning’ sessions have become
so popular they are now a signature feature of externally hosted seminars.
2014Article: Analysis of a modern approach to the homeopathic treatment of chronic and
acute ear problems in children in Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) journal.
2013In published articles The Aurum Project has advanced the understanding and
practice of homeopathy:- one article in Homeopathy journal
- one article in ATMS journal
Supporting a literature review: Should homeopathy be considered as part of a treatment strategy for otitis media with effusion in children? Published in the PubMed-listed
UK journal ‘Homeopathy’ by Alison Fixsen.Hosting of the first Bali Project Seminars in Bali.
Strengthening and supporting homeopaths through networking and information sharing.
2012Three seminar presentations at the Australian National Homeopathy conference
in Brisbane, included the key note speech by Aurum Project Management Committee Member Jurgen Schulte,Aurum Project research results on glue ear, and some questions about the latest
possible ideas on stable water clusters as a mechanism of the action of homeopathy.Supporting a literature review about hypertension by Jane Tulip.
2011Article: The proving of homeopathic melatonin 6x published in Links journal.
Brisbane – Harness your success auditing workshop.
2010Conducting the first Australian Harness Your Success auditing workshop.
HPT Trial of a new substance funded by Keysun Laboratories.
Pilot study for insomnia. Literature review and ethics approval application completed.
2009Conducting a case series analysis of treatment using the remedy Hyoscyamus for
children’s behaviour and learning difficulties. The study showed that overall the
number of children who had a positive response even if slight was 93.3%Publication of the findings of the Hyoscyamus Case Series Analysis in Similia Journal, WellBeing Magazine and the book Challenging Children: Success with Homeopathy.
2008Initiating and writing the document “Australian Research Priorities” in conjunction with homeopathy industry groups and professional bodies.
HPT Trial of Melatonin 6x funded by Keysun Laboratories.
2007Sought liaison and support from the Australian Homeopathic Association and other professional bodies.
2006Official launch of the Aurum Project
2005In 2005, Homeopath and Mum of 3 small children, Penny Barron had seen significant
health improvements in using Homeopathy on her three children, suffering from recurrent ear infections and eczema; the cycle of clinging behaviour and scratching. She wanted to be able to back up her personal experience with research data. There is no holding back
a mother on a mission! In 2004, working at Harbord Homeopathic Clinic, Penny began formal meetings with Linlee Jordan (now Director of The Aurum Project) about the need
for research and by 2005 The Aurum Project had begun.
