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Glysite™ Scout Glycan Screening Kit for comprehensive detection of glycan expression
3 Mar 2026This scientific poster presents an innovative approach to cancer research through glycan profiling using the Glysite™ Scout Glycan Screening Kit developed by Vector Laboratories. The study highlights the critical role of glycans in cellular communication, tumor biology, and disease progression, emphasizing how aberrant glycosylation patterns contribute to malignancies across multiple cancer types.
By combining lectin histochemistry with conventional immunoassays, this study expands the molecular understanding of tumor microenvironments and supports the advancement of glycan-based biomarker discovery for translational cancer research.
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GlycobiologyGlycobiology encompasses research into the biological functions, synthesis and structures of glycans, including glycoproteins, glycolipids, proteoglycans and free oligosaccharides. Mass spectrometers and their software are commonly used in the study of glycobiology, along with structure predicting tools, chromatography and NMR.BiomarkersBiomarkers are biological markers which can be measured and evaluated to indicate a biological state. The use of biomarkers in research and diagnosis can indicate a normal or disease state or drug response of cells / tissues. Biomarkers include genetic markers, cell surface markers such as antigens, antibodies or receptors and secreted molecules such as cytokines. An assay system is required for identification of biomarkers. :Cancer ResearchCancer research aims to understand the mechanisms of cancer development and progression to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. From molecular biology to clinical trials, research spans a wide range of disciplines, including immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and drug discovery. Explore the best cancer research products in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.ImmunohistochemistryImmunohistochemistry (IHC) is a technique used to detect specific proteins in tissue samples by using antibodies that bind to target antigens. IHC is widely applied in pathology, immunology, hematology and cancer diagnostics. Explore IHC tools in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Lectin