TRENDS IN GLYCOSCIENCE AND GLYCOTECHNOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the Secrets of Glycan Structures and Functions
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Glycan Structure and Function:
Research on the structural characterization of glycans, including their role in cellular processes and interactions. - Glycosylation Mechanisms:
Studies on the enzymatic processes and pathways involved in glycosylation, exploring how these modifications affect protein function. - Glycobiology and Disease:
Investigations into the implications of glycan alterations in various diseases, including cancer, neurodegeneration, and metabolic disorders. - Glycoengineering and Synthetic Glycans:
Development of novel glycoengineering techniques and synthetic strategies to produce glycans for therapeutic applications. - Analytical Techniques in Glycoscience:
Application of advanced analytical methods, such as mass spectrometry and NMR, for the analysis of glycan structures and dynamics.
Trending and Emerging
- Glycan Functions in Stem Cells:
Increasing research on the role of glycans in stem cell biology and pluripotency, indicating their importance in developmental biology and regenerative medicine. - Cancer Immunotherapy and Glycans:
A notable rise in studies exploring the role of glycans in cancer immunotherapy, particularly in the context of tumor-associated carbohydrate antigens. - Synthetic Glycans and Glycoengineering:
Emerging interest in synthetic glycans and glycoengineering techniques, showcasing innovative approaches to produce glycans for therapeutic use. - Glycan Interactions with Viral Infections:
An increasing number of studies examining how glycans influence viral entry and infection, highlighting their relevance in virology and infectious diseases. - Glycans in Neurobiology and CNS Disorders:
Research focusing on the role of glycans in neurobiology and their implications in central nervous system disorders is gaining traction, reflecting a broader interest in neurodegenerative diseases.
Declining or Waning
- Metabolic Engineering of Glycans:
Research focused on metabolic engineering for glycan production has decreased, possibly due to the emergence of more efficient synthetic methods. - Basic Glycan Chemistry:
Studies centered solely on the fundamental chemistry of glycans, without biological context, are less frequent, indicating a shift towards applied glycoscience. - Glycan-based Drug Development:
Although still relevant, there appears to be a waning focus on traditional glycan-based drug development strategies as innovative therapeutic approaches gain attention. - Glycan Profiling in Basic Research:
Research dedicated to glycan profiling without clear clinical or biological implications is declining, suggesting a move towards more translational research. - Historical Perspectives on Glycoscience:
Papers focusing on historical reviews or perspectives of glycoscience are less common, reflecting a trend towards contemporary and applied research topics.
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