Understanding RNA and DNA: Two Molecules, One Story of Life

Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is a single-stranded molecule with shorter chain of nucleotides whereas deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a double-stranded molecule with a long chain of nucleotides. Recent research shows that RNA and DNA differ not only in sugar and bases but also in how they respond to oxidative stress, editing, and transcriptional fidelity. These chemical … Read more

A Brief History of Thin Film Deposition Techniques

Thin film deposition is the process of applying a very thin film of coatings onto a substrate to form layers. Let’s take a look at the history of thin-film deposition, its applications in materials science and how this innovative technology has changed our world. Thin Film Deposition Techniques A Brief History of Thin-Film Deposition and … Read more

Stainless Steel Sheet: Types, Properties and Applications

Stainless steel is a combined array of metals and other elements that make it tough, versatile, and even lightweight. Here, we will discuss stainless steel plates, their types, properties and applications. Different types of Stainless Steel Sheets All About Stainless Steel Sheet: Types, Properties, and Applications  You might be familiar with the term stainless steel, … Read more

How Polymers Relax after Stressful Processing

There are many stress relaxation processes that can be classified into many forms. The most important stress relaxation mechanisms are viscous flow, disentanglement of physical cross-links (knots), molecular relaxation, chain scission, and bond interchange.  Here we will only uncover the viscous flow mechanism that is caused by the polymer chains that move from each other.  … Read more