Glycovirology: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology 2556)
Explore the vital intersection of glycobiology and virology with Glycovirology: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology, Volume 2556) – a detailed, laboratory-based guide for understanding how glycans and glycan-binding proteins influence viral infection, replication, immune evasion, and pathogenesis.
Part of the esteemed Methods in Molecular Biology series by Springer, this volume provides step-by-step protocols specifically designed to help researchers explore the molecular mechanisms of virus–glycan interactions. Whether you’re studying viral entry pathways, vaccine targets, antiviral development, or host-pathogen interactions, this book offers reliable experimental techniques tailored to the latest scientific advancements.
What’s Inside:
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Techniques for analyzing glycan structures and glycoproteins in the context of viral infection
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Protocols for lectin binding assays, glycan microarrays, and virus-glycan binding studies
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Methods for glycoengineering viruses, including site-specific glycosylation and mutagenesis
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Tools for exploring glycan-mediated immune responses and antigen recognition
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Advanced techniques for mass spectrometry-based glycoproteomics
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Real-world examples focusing on viruses such as influenza, HIV, coronaviruses, and others
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Includes expert notes, tips, and troubleshooting guides to ensure reproducibility and success
Designed for both early-career and advanced researchers, this book is ideal for molecular biologists, virologists, immunologists, and glycobiologists seeking robust and reproducible lab methods.
