April 09, 2026

Ep 447: HRI: How does homeopathy work? - with Dr Alex Tournier

48 minutes

Something about homeopathy that often gets questioned begins to make more sense when you hear it through the lens of science, and that’s exactly what this conversation with Dr. Alex Tournier brings into focus. Alex shares how his journey started during a struggle with chronic fatigue, when a simple homeopathic remedy led to a surprising recovery and sparked his curiosity. With his background in physics, he explains the role of water, its unique properties, and how it may store and transmit information through oscillatory patterns. We also talk about the skepticism around homeopathy, the importance of experimental evidence across biological systems, and the ongoing work at Homeopathic Research Institute to build a stronger scientific dialogue. It’s a grounded, thoughtful conversation that invites a more open-minded look at how homeopathy might work.

Episode Highlights:

05:05 - Dr. Alex Tournier's Background and Journey into Homeopathy

10:52 - The Role of Water in Homeopathy

12:05 - Exploring Homeopathy's Mechanism of Action

18:04 - Quantum Electrodynamics and Water Properties

24:41 - Oscillatory Patterns and Biological Interaction

30:49 - Challenges in Homeopathy Research

35:36 - Consciousness and Field Effects in Homeopathy

40:14 - The Homeopathic Research Institute (HRI) Overview

44:38 - Thoughts on Skepticism and Open-Mindedness

About my Guests:

Dr. Alexander Tournier is a physicist and interdisciplinary researcher known for his work in the biophysics of water and complementary medicine research. He studied physics at Imperial College London and later pursued advanced theoretical physics at University of Cambridge. He completed his PhD in biophysics at University of Heidelberg, where his research focused on water-protein interactions and the physical properties of water in biological systems.

Following his academic training, Dr. Tournier spent about a decade working with Cancer Research UK, conducting interdisciplinary research that applied physics and mathematics to biological questions. His work during this period strengthened his interest in understanding complex biological systems and the role that water plays in living organisms.

In 2007, he founded the Homeopathy Research Institute, an international organization dedicated to promoting scientific research in homeopathy and complementary medicine. He later became a scientific collaborator at the University of Bern, where he continues to explore the physics of water and its possible relevance to biology and medicine.

Find out more about Dr. Alexander

Website: https://www.hri-research.org/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/homeopathyresearch

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/homeopathyresearchinstitute/#

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/HRIResearch

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