Fucosidases
Fucosidases are a class of enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of fucosidic bonds, specifically those involving fucose, a type of sugar. These enzymes play crucial roles in various biological processes, including cell signaling, cell adhesion, and immune response. They are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms, with different types of fucosidases exhibiting distinct substrate specificities and regulatory mechanisms.
Fucosidases are classified into several families based on their structural and functional characteristics. The most well-studied
Fucosidases are also involved in the synthesis of complex carbohydrates. For example, α-1,6-fucosyltransferases and α-1,3-fucosyltransferases work
In the context of human health, fucosidases have been studied for their potential therapeutic applications. For
Overall, fucosidases are essential enzymes that influence a wide range of biological processes. Their study not