The research aims to conduct a study of plant genetic resources as a source of natural dyes for food and beverages, namely turmeric, telang flowers and sweet potatoes. The source of funding is a 5th research grant (2018-2023) from the private company Sensient America (contact person Dr. Vergel Concibido from Sensient USA https://sensientfoodcolors.com/en-us/agronomy/), with a Cooperation Agreement through the Graduate School of Padjadjaran University. The last 5 years of research have produced S1, S2 and S3 graduates as well as publications in reputable national and international accredited journals. The 5-year research contract phase 2 (2024-2029) will be signed in mid-August or September 2024 at UNPAD.
