Fungus, not insect, is true source of prized lac pigment: Indian Institute of Science studeyt Times of India IISc researchers unravel the mystery behind how lac insect produces pigment The Hindu A symbiotic relationship with fungi gives lac insects their crimson hue, finds IISc study Research Matters Coveted red dye may owe its origins to a hidden fungal partner in lac insects Phys.org Fungus, not insect is true source of prized lac pigment: IISc study Times of India
