4-O-(α-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-galactose (CAS 80446-85-1)

4-O-(α-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-galactose is a critical compound in glycobiology research, playing a pivotal role in elucidating carbohydrate recognition and cell-cell interactions. This chemical serves as a model substrate for studying galactosyltransferase enzymes and their specificity towards acceptor molecules. Researchers utilize it to investigate the precise mechanisms underlying glycosylation processes, including enzymatic transfer of galactose residues onto glycoproteins and glycolipids. Additionally, 4-O-(α-D-Galactopyranosyl)-D-galactose serves as a valuable tool in glycobiology assays, such as lectin binding studies and carbohydrate microarray analyses, facilitating the characterization of carbohydrate-binding proteins and their ligands. Moreover, this compound finds application in the synthesis of complex carbohydrates and glycoconjugates for various research purposes, including structural studies, molecular recognition studies, and drug delivery systems. Its versatility and importance in deciphering carbohydrate-mediated biological processes make it an indispensable component in glycobiology research, contributing to advancements in understanding cell signaling, immune response modulation, and disease mechanisms associated with aberrant glycosylation patterns.