Services
GlycoMar offers a range of glycobiology consultancy services built on 20 years commercial R&D experience.
We can offer advice on the discovery and biochemical / biological characterisation of glycomolecules from various sources, through to pilot scale processing and commercialisation strategies for a range of markets. We are experienced in the development of both private and publicly funded projects, from conception through to management and delivery.
GlycoMar’s knowledge brings together a unique combination of expertise derived from in-house and collaborative programmes. We have access to wide range of contacts in the field of glycobiology research, natural product development and commercialisation, encompassing academic, small business, large multinational organisation as well as CRO’s and other service companies.
The graphic below exemplifies a glycomolecule R & D pathway, with various steps which may be recommended to clients, dependent on their discovery and development targets.
Example know-how:
- Extraction and purification methodology for saccharides from raw materials and biomass.
- Purity and compositional analysis methods.
- Polysaccharide depolymerisation methodology.
- Cell-based in vitro models for biological activity testing, including immunodulatory properties.
- Development of scalable methods for saccharide production from biomass.
- Current state of the art concerning microalgal-derived and seaweed-derived saccharides and their uses.
- Use of glycosaminoglycans in healthcare applications.