arildno
Oct5-04, 01:11 PM
Hi, I wondered what the current view is on these structures:
From what I've heard, these chains are crucial for recognition purposes, but they are "so huge" (compared to the actual cell), that I wonder if these structures might be of importance on several other areas as well.
My own dumb thoughts:
1. "Stabilization" of tissue?
2. "Guidance" functions for nutrients?
These ideas are probably laughable for any knowledgeable person, so I'd like some expert input on this..
From what I've heard, these chains are crucial for recognition purposes, but they are "so huge" (compared to the actual cell), that I wonder if these structures might be of importance on several other areas as well.
My own dumb thoughts:
1. "Stabilization" of tissue?
2. "Guidance" functions for nutrients?
These ideas are probably laughable for any knowledgeable person, so I'd like some expert input on this..