Glycoscience

This beta-cyclodextrin (β-CD) derivative is a functionalized cyclic oligosaccharide composed of seven glucose units, characterized by a hydrophilic exterior and a lipophilic cavity (bigger than α-CD and smaller than γ-CDs), which allows it to encapsulate various guest molecules. This structural feature facilitates its use in multiple applications, including pharmaceuticals, food enhancement, and cosmetics. In the pharmaceutical industry, it enhances the solubility and stability of poorly water-soluble drugs, improving their bioavailability and efficacy while also masking unpleasant tastes. The food sector utilizes it as a stabilizer for flavors, colors, and nutrients, extending shelf life by protecting sensitive ingredients from degradation. In cosmetics, it serves as a complexing agent for fragrances and active components, ensuring their stability and controlled release. Its use expands to many other fields, including nanotechnology for drug delivery systems, environmental remediation for extracting organic pollutants, textiles for slow-release fragrances, and analytical chemistry for chiral separation.

Iota-Carageenan is a gelling sulphated galactan extracted from red seaweed (typically Euchuma cottonii and Euchuma spinosum). The structure of all carrageenans consists of a strictly alternating masked repeating unit of (1,3) linked α-D-galactose and (1,4) linked β-D-galactose. The α-linked galactose occurs as a 3,6-anhydro-2-sulphate unit and the β-linked sugar occurs as the 4-sulphate.
The image was kindly provided by Prof Mike Guiry from Cork who runs ‘The Seaweed Site’.

2-Acetamido-2,6-dideoxy-D-galactose (2ADG) is a structural analogue of the natural monosaccharide 2,6-dideoxy-D-galactose. It has been shown to have an antimicrobial effect against aerobacter aerogenes in vitro. 2ADG is metabolized by glycosidases and methyl glycosides to form 1,4-anhydro-2,3,4,6 tetraacetamido-2,4,6 dideoxy D galactose. This compound inhibits the growth of bacterial strains that are resistant to polymyxin b., such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The inhibition of these bacteria is due to the inhibition of the synthesis of their outer membrane lipopolysaccharides by 2ADG. The antibacterial activity is also attributed to its ability to inhibit the metabolism of glycan molecules in some bacteria

Man-5 N-glycan is a glycan that is synthesized by the enzyme mannosyltransferase. This glycan contains five mannose residues, one galactose residue, and one N-acetylglucosamine residue. The Man-5 N-glycan is found in eukaryotes, which are organisms whose cells have nuclei and membrane bound organelles. It is often found on the surface of cells or in secretions such as mucus or saliva. Man-5 N-Glycans are involved in cell signaling and may play a role in bladder cancer development. They are also used to generate monoclonal antibodies for diagnostic purposes.

This gamma-cyclodextrin (γ-CD) derivative is a modified cyclic oligosaccharide composed of eight glucose units, featuring a larger cavity size than α- and β-cyclodextrins. This structural characteristic allows γ-CDs to form inclusion complexes with a wider range of guest molecules, making it particularly versatile in various industries. In the food sector, it is used as a carrier and stabilizer for flavors, fat-soluble vitamins, and polyunsaturated fatty acids, protecting volatile compounds from evaporation. In pharmaceuticals, it enhances the solubility and bioavailability of poorly water-soluble drugs and, thanks to its larger ring size, allows for the encapsulation of larger molecules or even entire drug molecules. γ-CDs and derivatives are also used for environmental remediation and, in analytical chemistry, for the extraction and concentration of target substances.

The utilization of D-Erythrose 4-phosphate extends to various research applications, particularly in studying metabolic pathways and enzyme catalysis relevant to both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.

Ulvans are structural polysaccharides present in the cell walls of green algae such as Ulva armoricana, Ulva rotondata, Ulva rigida, Ulva lacterca and Ulva pertusa. They are highly sulphated and contain rhamnose 3-sulphate, xylose, xylose 2-sulphate, glucuronic acid and iduronic acid residues.  Ulvan has several potentially valuable functionalities such as gel formation for agricultural and food applications. It has also an anticoagulant, antioxidant, antihyperlipidemic and antitumor activities that are attractive for pharmaceutical applications.
The image was kindly provided by Prof Mike Guiry from Cork who runs ‘The Seaweed Site’.

Dextran is α-(1,6)-linked α-D-glucan produced by fermentation of Leuconostoc mesenteroides via the action of the enzyme dextransucrase on sucrose. The main use for native dextran is as a blood plasma extender in blood transfusions. A complex of iron with dextran, known as iron dextran, is used as a source of iron to baby piglets which are often anaemic at birth.

This is a custom synthesis of a complex carbohydrate. The CAS number is not available and the polysaccharide has been modified. It has been glycosylated, methylated, and fluorinated. It is high purity and the sugar sequence is a custom synthesis.

D-Arabonic acid-1,4-lactone is a synthetic sugar that is modified to produce a variety of carbohydrates. This product can be used in the synthesis of oligosaccharides and monosaccharides. It is also used as a carbohydrate in the production of saccharide-based polymers, such as polysaccharides or polyols. This product has CAS number 2782-09-4 and a purity level of ≥99%.

The blood group B type III/IV linear trisaccharide is a synthetic oligosaccharide. The methylation of the saccharide and click modification of the polysaccharide molecule allow for fast, efficient synthesis. This product has been custom synthesized to be free of impurities, high in purity, and available in glycosylation form. It can be modified with fluorination or other modifications to meet your needs.

Chitosan is the deacetylated form of chitin.  The polysaccharide is deacetylated in order to render it soluble, which is then possible at pH values of less than 7 (normally in dilute acid).  This then allows the material to be used in a number of industrial applications as a binder and film former.

2,3,4,6-Tetra-O-acetyl-D-galactopyranosyl azide is a fluorinated sugar that can be used as a synthetic intermediate for the glycosylation of polysaccharides. This compound has been shown to have high purity and does not react with other compounds in the reaction mixture.

Methyl 2-deoxy-D-ribofuranoside is a methylglucoside that is synthesized by the reaction of thiourea with chloroacetic acid. The anomers of this compound are atypical and the product can be obtained in high yield (70%) by the use of chromatographic purification. This chemical has been used to produce a variety of compounds including carbamates, chloroacetamides, sulfonamides and others. Methyl 2-deoxy-D-ribofuranoside is also an intermediate for asymmetric synthesis. It can act as a catalyst for reactions involving alkali metals and nucleophiles such as chloride, hydantoin and dimethylformamide. The structure of this molecule has been determined by nmr spectroscopy and its 1H NMR spectrum is consistent with that predicted from its molecular formula.

Milk oligosaccharide; antigen; expressed on gastric mucosa and cancer cells

N-Acetyl-5-bromo-3-indoxyl-2,3,4-tri-O-acetyl-b-D-glucuronic acid methyl ester is a custom synthesis of an acetylated bromoglycoside. This compound is a synthetic modification of the natural product and has been shown to be effective against various bacteria. The synthesis of this compound can be achieved by the click reaction with methyl 2,2'-dithiopropionate and 5,5'-dimethoxytrityl chloride in the presence of trimethylsulfonium iodide. N—Acetyl—5—bromo—3—indoxyl—2,3,4—tri—O—acetyl--b--D--glucuronic acid methyl ester is also a monosaccharide sugar that is a carbohydrate with a high purity and modifies proteins at their active site. It also has