Research Articles
Crafting the Invisible: How Polymer Brushes are Building Smarter Surfaces
Explore the revolutionary technology of polymer brushes - dense forests of polymer chains creating dynamic, responsive coatings that transform material behavior for medical, technological, and environmental applications.
Surface-Grafted Polymer Gradients: Formation, Characterization, and Applications
Explore the world of surface-grafted polymer gradients - their formation, characterization techniques, and revolutionary applications in technology.
Taming the Slippery Beast: How Scientists Use Laser Magic to Make Teflon® Stick
Discover how scientists use KrF excimer lasers and phenylhydrazine to modify fluorocarbon polymer surfaces, making non-stick materials like Teflon® bondable and adhesive.