Glycoengineering

Glycoengineering is the process of modifying the sugar molecules, called glycans, attached to proteins or other molecules to improve their function, stability, or activity. These sugar structures influence how proteins behave in the body, including their effectiveness as medicines. By carefully designing and altering glycans, scientists can create better therapeutic proteins, such as more effective antibodies or hormones, with fewer side effects or improved durability. This precise customization helps develop advanced treatments for various diseases and enhances the performance of biologic drugs.