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Surface plasmon resonance (SPR) is a powerful tool for analyzing biomolecular interactions and is widely used in basic biomedical research and drug discovery. Heparan sulfate (HS) is a linear complex polysaccharide and a key component of the extracellular matrix and cell surfaces. HS plays a pivotal role in maintaining cellular functions and tissue homeostasis by interacting with numerous proteins, making it essential for normal physiological processes and disease states. Deciphering the interactome of HS unlocks the mechanisms underlying its biological functions and the potential for novel HS-related therapeutics. This review presents an overview of the recent advances in the application of SPR technology to HS interactome research. We discuss methodological developments, emerging trends, and key findings that illustrate how SPR is expanding our knowledge of HS-mediated molecular interactions. Additionally, we highlight the potential of SPR-based approaches in identifying novel therapeutic targets and developing HS-mimetic drugs, thereby opening new avenues for intervention in HS-related diseases.
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Nano Lett
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Department of Physics, Columbia University, New York, New York 10027, United States.
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Department of Chemical Engineering, Keimyung University, Daegu 42601, Republic of Korea.
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Department of Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, China. Electronic address:
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