title: Mechanism of chemical O-glycosylation: from early studies to recent discoveries.
abstract: The main focus of this perspective lies in the discussion of the recent mechanistic theories and supporting experimental evidences that have been put forth in an attempt to advance our understanding of the factors affecting chemical glycosylation.
authors.affiliation: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Missouri-St. Louis, One University Blvd, St. Louis, Missouri 63121, USA.
authors.forename: Laurel K
authors.initials: LK
authors.lastname: Mydock
authors.forename: Alexei V
authors.initials: AV
authors.lastname: Demchenko