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A glycan that performs catalysis

We reported a synthetic glycan sequence capable of catalyzing a chemical reaction. The design features an aromatic recognition site along with a reactive functional group connected via a folded glycan turn, facilitating the recruitment and Pictet-Spengler functionalization of an aromatic moiety.
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Feb 26, 2025