Carbohydrate microarrays

Carbohydrate microarrays are small slides or chips that contain many different carbohydrate molecules arranged in a grid pattern. Scientists use them to study how carbohydrates interact with proteins, antibodies, or other molecules, which is important for understanding biological processes and diseases. When a sample is applied to the microarray, researchers can see which carbohydrates the sample binds to, revealing valuable information about cellular functions and potential drug targets. This technology helps advance research in areas like immunology, cancer, and vaccine development by enabling high-throughput analysis of carbohydrate interactions.