Date published: 2025-11-1

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CAP-G2 Activators

CAP-G2 activators belong to a specialized class of chemical compounds designed to interact with and modulate the activity of a specific cellular pathway or protein termed CAP-G2. The function of CAP-G2 within the cellular environment involves a multitude of biochemical processes, and the activation of this protein can lead to a cascade of cellular events. CAP-G2 activators are typically characterized by their ability to bind to the CAP-G2 protein with high specificity, triggering a conformational change or an allosteric modulation that enhances the protein's natural activity. The chemical structure of these activators is often complex, featuring functional groups and molecular frameworks that are carefully tailored to fit the unique binding sites of the CAP-G2 protein. The design of these molecules is informed by a deep understanding of molecular biology, protein chemistry, and structure-activity relationships, ensuring that the interaction between the CAP-G2 activator and its target is both efficacious and efficient.

The development and identification of CAP-G2 activators require sophisticated techniques, including high-throughput screening, computational modeling, and extensive medicinal chemistry efforts. Researchers typically employ a variety of assays to ascertain the binding affinity and specificity of potential activators for the CAP-G2 protein. Once identified, these compounds are often subjected to a rigorous process of optimization to improve their selectivity and potency. This process may involve iterative cycles of synthesis and testing, guided by the feedback from biochemical and biophysical experiments. The molecular diversity of CAP-G2 activators is considerable, with some members of this class mimicking the structure of natural ligands, while others are entirely synthetic creations. Their precise mechanisms of action at the molecular level can vary, but all share the common goal of modulating the CAP-G2 pathway in a direct and controlled manner. Understanding the precise interactions between CAP-G2 activators and their protein targets is crucial for further refinement of these compounds and provides a foundation for the exploration of their biochemical behavior.

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Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

Forskolin

66575-29-9sc-3562
sc-3562A
sc-3562B
sc-3562C
sc-3562D
5 mg
50 mg
1 g
2 g
5 g
$76.00
$150.00
$725.00
$1385.00
$2050.00
73
(3)

Forskolin directly stimulates adenylate cyclase, leading to an increase in cyclic AMP (cAMP) levels, which can enhance the activity of CAP-G2 by promoting cAMP-dependent protein kinase (PKA) signaling pathways that CAP-G2 may be involved in.

PMA

16561-29-8sc-3576
sc-3576A
sc-3576B
sc-3576C
sc-3576D
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
100 mg
$40.00
$129.00
$210.00
$490.00
$929.00
119
(6)

PMA is a potent activator of protein kinase C (PKC), which can phosphorylate numerous substrate proteins potentially including CAP-G2 or proteins that interact with CAP-G2, enhancing its functional activity.

Ionomycin

56092-82-1sc-3592
sc-3592A
1 mg
5 mg
$76.00
$265.00
80
(4)

Ionomycin is a calcium ionophore that increases intracellular calcium levels, which can activate calcium-dependent signaling pathways that indirectly promote CAP-G2's activity within the cell.

D-erythro-Sphingosine-1-phosphate

26993-30-6sc-201383
sc-201383D
sc-201383A
sc-201383B
sc-201383C
1 mg
2 mg
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
$162.00
$316.00
$559.00
$889.00
$1693.00
7
(1)

S1P operates through G protein-coupled receptors to initiate signaling cascades that could lead to the activation of CAP-G2 through downstream kinase signaling pathways.

(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate

989-51-5sc-200802
sc-200802A
sc-200802B
sc-200802C
sc-200802D
sc-200802E
10 mg
50 mg
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
10 g
$42.00
$72.00
$124.00
$238.00
$520.00
$1234.00
11
(1)

EGCG is a polyphenol that has been shown to inhibit certain protein kinases, potentially altering signaling pathways that enhance the activity of CAP-G2 by reducing inhibitory phosphorylation events.

LY 294002

154447-36-6sc-201426
sc-201426A
5 mg
25 mg
$121.00
$392.00
148
(1)

LY294002 is a PI3K inhibitor that by reducing PI3K activity could shift the balance of downstream signaling pathways, potentially resulting in the enhanced functional activity of CAP-G2.

8-Bromo-cAMP

76939-46-3sc-201564
sc-201564A
10 mg
50 mg
$97.00
$224.00
30
(1)

8-Bromo-cAMP is a cell-permeable cAMP analog that activates PKA, which may enhance CAP-G2 activity by phosphorylation of proteins in associated signaling pathways.

U-0126

109511-58-2sc-222395
sc-222395A
1 mg
5 mg
$63.00
$241.00
136
(2)

U0126 is an inhibitor of MEK1/2, which can lead to altered MAPK pathway signaling, indirectly enhancing CAP-G2 activity if CAP-G2 is regulated by or interacts with proteins in this pathway.

SB 203580

152121-47-6sc-3533
sc-3533A
1 mg
5 mg
$88.00
$342.00
284
(5)

SB203580 is a p38 MAPK inhibitor that could shift the cellular signaling balance to enhance the functional activity of CAP-G2 through stress response or other related signaling pathways.

Dibutyryl-cAMP

16980-89-5sc-201567
sc-201567A
sc-201567B
sc-201567C
20 mg
100 mg
500 mg
10 g
$45.00
$130.00
$480.00
$4450.00
74
(7)

Dibutyryl-cAMP is another cAMP analog that activates PKA, potentially enhancing CAP-G2 activity by influencing proteins within the cAMP/PKA signaling pathway that CAP-G2 is part of.