GlyCosmos

GlyCosmos is a digital resource designed to catalog and visualize the complex world of glycans. Glycans, also known as carbohydrates or saccharides, are essential biological molecules involved in a vast array of cellular processes, including cell-cell recognition, immune responses, and disease pathogenesis. The sheer diversity and structural complexity of glycans pose significant challenges for their study and understanding.

The GlyCosmos project aims to address these challenges by providing a comprehensive and searchable database of glycan structures and related information. It offers tools for the representation, analysis, and comparison of different glycan motifs. Researchers can use GlyCosmos to identify known glycans, predict potential structures, and explore their relationships within biological contexts.

The resource is built upon established glycan nomenclature and representation standards, ensuring consistency and interoperability with other bioinformatics tools. By integrating diverse data sources, GlyCosmos serves as a central hub for glycomics research, facilitating discoveries in areas such as glycobiology, drug development, and diagnostics. Its user-friendly interface makes it accessible to a wide range of scientists, from specialists in carbohydrate chemistry to those in broader biological disciplines.