CASPR Activators
The chemical class of CASPR activators encompasses a range of compounds that can indirectly influence the activity of Contactin-Associated Protein 1 (CASPR) through various mechanisms related to neuronal development, signaling, and myelination. These activators highlight the complex interplay between neurodevelopmental processes and the maintenance of neuronal structures, particularly in the context of the paranodal junctions. Compounds such as retinoic acid, thyroid hormone, and vitamin D3 play significant roles in this class. Their involvement in neuronal differentiation and maturation makes them possible indirect influencers of CASPR activity, given the protein's crucial role in the formation of paranodal junctions. Similarly, molecules like cAMP and BDNF, which are integral to neuronal signaling and neurotrophic support, could indirectly modulate CASPR activity through their effects on neuronal growth and plasticity.
On the other hand, agents like fingolimod, and neuroprotective agents like lithium and curcumin, provide insight into the indirect modulation of CASPR activity. Their effects on immune signaling and neuroprotection could influence the neuronal environment and, consequently, CASPR expression and function. Furthermore, nutritional components like omega-3 fatty acids and signaling molecules like nitric oxide underscore the influence of cellular metabolism and synaptic communication on CASPR activity.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Retinoic Acid, all trans | 302-79-4 | sc-200898 sc-200898A sc-200898B sc-200898C | 500 mg 5 g 10 g 100 g | $66.00 $325.00 $587.00 $1018.00 | 28 | |
Retinoic acid influences neuronal development and could indirectly affect CASPR expression through its role in gene expression and neuronal differentiation. | ||||||
L-3,3′,5-Triiodothyronine, free acid | 6893-02-3 | sc-204035 sc-204035A sc-204035B | 10 mg 100 mg 250 mg | $41.00 $77.00 $153.00 | ||
Thyroid hormone is crucial for brain development and myelination, potentially influencing CASPR activity through its role in oligodendrocyte maturation and myelin formation. | ||||||
Cholecalciferol | 67-97-0 | sc-205630 sc-205630A sc-205630B | 1 g 5 g 10 g | $71.00 $163.00 $296.00 | 2 | |
Vitamin D3 can influence neuronal growth and development, potentially affecting CASPR expression indirectly through its role in neurodevelopmental processes. | ||||||
Adenosine 3′,5′-cyclic monophosphate | 60-92-4 | sc-217584 sc-217584A sc-217584B sc-217584C sc-217584D sc-217584E | 100 mg 250 mg 5 g 10 g 25 g 50 g | $116.00 $179.00 $265.00 $369.00 $629.00 $1150.00 | ||
cAMP, as a second messenger, can influence various neuronal signaling pathways, potentially affecting CASPR activity through its role in neuronal signaling and plasticity. | ||||||
FTY720 | 162359-56-0 | sc-202161 sc-202161A sc-202161B | 1 mg 5 mg 25 mg | $33.00 $77.00 $120.00 | 14 | |
Fingolimod, used in multiple sclerosis, can affect neural and immune signaling, potentially influencing CASPR activity indirectly through its immunomodulatory effects. | ||||||
Lithium | 7439-93-2 | sc-252954 | 50 g | $214.00 | ||
Lithium influences neuroprotective pathways and could indirectly affect CASPR activity through its role in neuronal signaling and protection. | ||||||
Curcumin | 458-37-7 | sc-200509 sc-200509A sc-200509B sc-200509C sc-200509D sc-200509F sc-200509E | 1 g 5 g 25 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg 2.5 kg | $37.00 $69.00 $109.00 $218.00 $239.00 $879.00 $1968.00 | 47 | |
Curcumin has neuroprotective properties and could indirectly affect CASPR activity through its anti-inflammatory and antioxidative effects in neuronal environments. | ||||||
Docosa-4Z,7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z-hexaenoic Acid (22:6, n-3) | 6217-54-5 | sc-200768 sc-200768A sc-200768B sc-200768C sc-200768D | 100 mg 1 g 10 g 50 g 100 g | $94.00 $210.00 $1779.00 $8021.00 $16657.00 | 11 | |
Omega-3 fatty acids could influence CASPR activity indirectly through their role in neuronal membrane fluidity and signaling. | ||||||
Cortisol-9,11,12,12-d4 | 73565-87-4 | sc-214763 | 5 mg | $1350.00 | ||
Glucocorticoids, involved in stress response, can influence neuronal function and potentially affect CASPR activity through their effects on neuronal signaling and plasticity. | ||||||
Sodium nitroprusside dihydrate | 13755-38-9 | sc-203395 sc-203395A sc-203395B | 1 g 5 g 100 g | $43.00 $85.00 $158.00 | 7 | |
Nitric oxide is a neuronal signaling molecule and could indirectly influence CASPR activity through its role in synaptic plasticity and neuronal communication. | ||||||