This course introduces the principles and applications of natural dyes derived from plants, focusing on their extraction, processing, and sustainable use. Learners gain hands-on knowledge of dye-yielding plant parts such as roots, bark, leaves, flowers, and fruits, along with traditional and modern dyeing techniques. The course also covers the role of mordants, color fastness, and eco-friendly dyeing practices.
In addition, the course explores plant-based products including herbal cosmetics, natural textiles, biodegradable pigments, and value-added botanical products. Emphasis is given to sustainability, environmental safety, and the economic potential of plant resources. By the end of the course, participants understand how natural dyes and plant-based products contribute to green industries, rural livelihoods, and eco-conscious consumer markets, making it relevant for students of botany, chemistry, textiles, and environmental sciences.
The course on nutraceuticals gives students a comprehensive overview of the nutrients with their potential therapeutic & health benefits. The focus is on the understanding, development, production, and use of nutraceuticals - bioactive compounds found in foods that have potential health benefits beyond basic nutrition. The course provides students with a broad grasp of this expanding sector by covering the science, technology, and regulatory elements.
This course will enable students to achieve comprehensive knowledge on the development of a strong foundation in nutraceuticals, encompassing its scientific, technological, and regulatory dimensions. The candidate will attain practical skills in formulating nutraceutical products, enhancing bioavailability, and evaluating their potential health benefits. It will help for critical analysis and understand the role of evidence-based research in substantiating claims and making informed decisions in the nutraceutical field. Also will gain industry readiness and insights into current market trends, innovation, consumer behaviors, regulatory considerations and enable to explore emerging trends and challenges, fostering the ability to adapt and contribute to the evolving landscape of nutraceuticals.
The course in nutraceuticals can provide numerous benefits, especially as the industry grows, the demand for health-promoting products increases. The nutraceuticals industry, which merges nutrition and pharmaceuticals, is growing rapidly due to increasing consumer interest in health, wellness, and preventive care. This expansion has created a variety of job opportunities across multiple sectors within the industry.