The H-index, also known as the Hirsch index is a widely used bibliometric indicator used to measure the impact and productivity of a researchers in various academic and scientific disciplines. It is named after its creator Jorge E. Hirsch. H-index provides a quantitative measure of a researcher’s scholarly output and […]
The development of mRNA vaccines against infectious diseases is a significant milestone in the history of medicine. These vaccines have global attention for their extraordinary speed in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic. This article explores the groundbreaking science behind mRNA vaccines, their development, mechanisms of action, advantages, challenges, and the potential […]
Photosynthesis is the biological process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into glucose (a form of sugar) and oxygen. This process occurs in chloroplasts and is essential to produce energy-rich molecules, supporting the growth and sustenance of life on Earth. This is […]
A TI (tumour-inducing) plasmid is a type of circular DNA molecule found in certain strains of the bacterium Agrobacterium tumefaciens. It plays a crucial role in the bacterium’s ability to infect plants and transfer genes into them, causing the formation of crown gall tumours. TI plasmids have been extensively studied […]
Pyrimidine synthesis is a biochemical pathway to produce pyrimidine nucleotides, which are key components of DNA, RNA, and molecules like ATP and UTP. It involves a series of enzymatic reactions that convert precursor molecules into pyrimidines, such as cytosine, thymine, and uracil, essential for genetic and metabolic processes. This is […]