Colourful chemistry of anthocyanins: a tutorial review of applications of anthocyanins in school and university teaching

RSC Sustainability 2026 Open access

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Authors: Iain A. Smellie, Isobel Everest, Iain L. J. Patterson
DOI: 10.1039/d5su00933b
Cited by: 3
References: 115

Abstract

This tutorial review provides chemistry educators with literature coverage (to the end of 2025) of teaching activities that feature plant-derived anthocyanin extracts. Overviews and procedures for example activities have been also been provided.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Various Chemistry Research Topics Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities Free Radicals and Antioxidants

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Sustainability
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
4
Issue
4
Pages
1760–1777
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN