MECHANISMS OF BIOSYNTHESIS AND INSIGHT INTO GLYCAN FUNCTION
Glycans are complex molecules composed of sugars that play crucial roles in various biological processes, including cell-cell recognition, signaling, and immune response. The biosynthesis of glycans involves a series of enzymatic reactions that assemble sugar monomers into diverse structures with…
DISEASE MODELS INVOLVING GENE MUTATION AND KNOCKOUT IN THE N-LINKED GLYCAN BIOSYNTHESIS PATHWAY
The N-linked glycan biosynthesis pathway is a complex process that plays a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins in eukaryotic cells. Any disruptions or mutations in this pathway can lead to a wide range of diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative…
CELLULAR ACTION OF GLYCOSYLTRANSFERASE ENZYMES FOR O-LINKED AND N-LINKED GLYCAN BIOSYNTHESIS
Glycosyltransferases are enzymes responsible for the biosynthesis of glycoproteins, which are proteins that have sugar molecules attached to them. These enzymes play a crucial role in the addition of sugar moieties to proteins, thereby influencing various cellular processes such as…
STRUCTURE AND BIOSYNTHESIS OF MAJOR GROUPS OF GLYCANS
Glycans, also known as carbohydrates, are essential biomolecules that play crucial roles in various biological processes. They are involved in cell recognition, signaling, and immune response modulation. The major groups of glycans include N-linked glycans, O-linked glycans, glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), and…
AN INTRODUCTION TO STEROIDOGENESIS
Introduction Steroidogenesis is the process by which steroids are synthesized in the body. Steroids are a class of organic compounds that include hormones such as cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone. These hormones play crucial roles in various physiological processes, including metabolism,…