Research

Research into the effects of nutrients and biological agents such as specific strain probiotics on human health is undertaken and led by Michael Ash. He concentrates on the areas of basic, secondary and applied research and is the founder and MD of CMIST Ltd a research company dedicated to developing mucosal immune therapeutics. Michael is also available for consultation with companies or individuals looking to explore research using natural agents to improve health in humans.

Research – An attempt by careful enquiry, observation, study, experimentation, analysis and recording to:

• Discover new facts, knowledge and information,
• Develop new interpretations of facts, knowledge or information, or
• Discover new means of applying existing knowledge

Basic (Primary) Research
A theoretical or experimental investigation to advance scientific knowledge where immediate practical application is not a direct objective.

Secondary Research
An experimental investigation to advance scientific knowledge where immediate practical application is a direct objective.

Applied Research
An experimental investigation which makes use of existing knowledge for new applications or to significantly improve existing therapeutics for human health.