Fundings and Patents
Fundings
Fisheries Enhancement Fund
The Airport Authority (AA) has committed to implementing a Marine Ecology and Fisheries Enhancement Strategy (MEFES) as part of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study for the three-runway system. The MEFES aims to enhance the marine environment, benefit marine ecology (including Chinese White Dolphins), and improve fisheries resources in the project area, Hong Kong's western waters, and the Pearl River Estuary. The MEFES also provides support to affected fishers and promotes sustainable fishing operations.
In 2021, ‘Study on the Detoxification Function of Hong Kong Pearl Oyster (Pinctada imbricata) Powder’ was conducted. The project used molecular biology methods to study the effects of pearl powder on detoxifying aluminium, lead, mercury, and hexachlorobenzene. It received HKD 1.326 million in funding from the Fishery Enhancement Fund (FEF2022001).
In 2022, another research project studied the detoxification function of Hong Kong Pearl Oyster (Pinctada imbricata) Powder using in vitro and in vivo models. The project received HKD 1.505 million in funding from the Fishery Enhancement Fund (FEF2021003).
Our Patents
Detoxification Drug and Use of Pearl Powder in the Preparation of Detoxification Drug
At the Pearl Powder Research Institute, we’re dedicated to uncovering the truth about pearl powder's health benefits. Our rigorous research has revealed impressive results, and we’re excited to have two patents for these remarkable discoveries.
Our company has developed a unique detoxifying drug that combines the benefits of traditional detoxifying medicines with the natural properties of pearl powder. Our patent, titled 'The application of detoxifying drugs and pearl powder in the preparation of detoxifying drugs,' covers the use of this innovative drug in the preparation of detoxifying treatments. We are proud to offer a safe and effective detoxification solution based on natural ingredients and backed by scientific research.
O/Ref: HK30085211
A Composition For Relieving Obesity And/Or Promoting Intestinal Health And Use Thereof
This patent describes a composition for alleviating obesity and/or promoting intestinal health, using pearl shell powder as the sole active ingredient. The invention focuses on nano-sized pearl shell powder, preferably with a particle size of 100-300 nm. The nano pearl powder is claimed to have high oral bioavailability and typical intestinal reabsorption, leading to less plasma fluctuation and reduced adverse effects. It can penetrate tissue systems, promote cellular uptake, and ensure effectiveness at target sites. The composition is said to nourish the gastrointestinal tract, promote beneficial bacteria growth, repair the intestinal barrier, inhibit pathogenic bacteria, and suppress inflammatory responses. The patent also covers the preparation method and various formulations of the composition.
O/Ref: HK30103200
Use of Pearl Oyster Shell Powder in the Preparation of Antioxidants
This invention describes the application of pearl oyster shell powder in the preparation of antioxidants and antioxidant compositions. It outlines a method for preparing the powder by removing the outer layers of the shell, followed by crushing and grinding the cleaned nacre layer of the shell. The invention utilizes advanced molecular biology techniques and animal testing to demonstrate the significant in vivo antioxidant potential of nano-sized pearl oyster shell powder.
