glykosylaných

Glykosylaných is a term used in organic chemistry to describe a molecule that has undergone glycosylation. Glycosylation is a biochemical process where a carbohydrate molecule, also known as a glycan, is attached to another molecule. This other molecule can be a lipid, a protein, or another carbohydrate. The bond formed between the glycan and the other molecule is typically a glycosidic bond.

Glycosylation is a crucial post-translational modification for many proteins, affecting their folding, stability, and function. It also plays a role in cell-cell recognition, immune responses, and signal transduction. In the case of lipids, glycosylation results in glycolipids, which are important components of cell membranes and are involved in cell signaling. The study of glycans and their attachment to other molecules is known as glycobiology. Understanding glykosylaných compounds is therefore central to comprehending a wide range of biological processes.