FAM180A Activators
FAM180A activators are chemical agents designed to modulate the function of the protein encoded by the FAM180A gene. The acronym FAM180A stands for 'family with sequence similarity 180 member A', which indicates that this gene is part of a larger family of genes sharing sequence homology. The precise biological role of FAM180A is complex and multifaceted, with the protein it encodes being involved in various cellular processes. The activators targeting this protein are developed to interact specifically with its structure, leading to an increase in its natural activity within the cells. These activators can be small molecules, peptides, or other forms of biochemical agents that bind to the FAM180A protein, altering its conformation, stability, or interactions with other cellular components, ultimately resulting in the modulation of its function.
The development and study of FAM180A activators involve a deep understanding of the protein's structure-function relationship. The protein's three-dimensional conformation, along with the specific domains that are critical for its activity, must be thoroughly analyzed to design effective activators. This is often achieved through techniques such as X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, or cryo-electron microscopy, which provide insights into the atomic details of the protein. Once potential binding sites are identified, activators are crafted through a process of rational design, high-throughput screening, or a combination of both, to find molecules that can bind with high affinity and specificity. These activators are then subject to various biochemical assays to confirm their mechanism of action and to determine how they influence the protein's activity. The goal of such studies is to elucidate the fundamental biological mechanisms by which FAM180A operates and to explore the intricate web of interactions it has within the cell.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Ionomycin | 56092-82-1 | sc-3592 sc-3592A | 1 mg 5 mg | $76.00 $265.00 | 80 | |
Ionomycin is a calcium ionophore that increases intracellular calcium concentration. This rise in calcium can activate calmodulin-dependent protein kinases (CaMK), which could phosphorylate FAM180A and increase its activity. | ||||||
A23187 | 52665-69-7 | sc-3591 sc-3591B sc-3591A sc-3591C | 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg | $54.00 $128.00 $199.00 $311.00 | 23 | |
A23187, like ionomycin, is a calcium ionophore that can elevate intracellular calcium levels. The subsequent activation of calcium-dependent signaling pathways can potentially enhance the activity of FAM180A. | ||||||
PMA | 16561-29-8 | sc-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 | |
Phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) activates protein kinase C (PKC), which can lead to the phosphorylation of proteins involved in various signaling pathways, potentially including those associated with FAM180A. | ||||||
IBMX | 28822-58-4 | sc-201188 sc-201188B sc-201188A | 200 mg 500 mg 1 g | $159.00 $315.00 $598.00 | 34 | |
Isobutylmethylxanthine (IBMX) is a nonspecific inhibitor of phosphodiesterases, leading to increased cAMP levels. This rise can enhance PKA activity, which may indirectly increase FAM180A function. | ||||||
Calyculin A | 101932-71-2 | sc-24000 sc-24000A sc-24000B sc-24000C | 10 µg 100 µg 500 µg 1 mg | $160.00 $750.00 $1400.00 $3000.00 | 59 | |
Calyculin A is a potent inhibitor of protein phosphatases 1 and 2A, which can result in increased phosphorylation levels of proteins, possibly including FAM180A, thus enhancing its activity. | ||||||
Okadaic Acid | 78111-17-8 | sc-3513 sc-3513A sc-3513B | 25 µg 100 µg 1 mg | $285.00 $520.00 $1300.00 | 78 | |
Okadaic acid is another inhibitor of protein phosphatases, leading to sustained protein phosphorylation. It may indirectly increase the activity of FAM180A through enhanced phosphorylation. | ||||||
Dibutyryl-cAMP | 16980-89-5 | sc-201567 sc-201567A sc-201567B sc-201567C | 20 mg 100 mg 500 mg 10 g | $45.00 $130.00 $480.00 $4450.00 | 74 | |
Dibutyryl cAMP is a cell-permeable cAMP analog that activates PKA. The activation of PKA can lead to phosphorylation events that enhance the activity of FAM180A. | ||||||
(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate | 989-51-5 | sc-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 | |
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is a polyphenol that can inhibit various protein kinases, potentially altering phosphorylation patterns and indirectly enhancing FAM180A activity. | ||||||
D-erythro-Sphingosine-1-phosphate | 26993-30-6 | sc-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 | |
Sphingosine-1-phosphate is a bioactive lipid that can activate signaling pathways involved in cell survival and proliferation, possibly leading to the activation of signaling cascades that include FAM180A. | ||||||
LY 294002 | 154447-36-6 | sc-201426 sc-201426A | 5 mg 25 mg | $121.00 $392.00 | 148 | |
LY294002 is a PI3K inhibitor that can shift the balance of cellular signaling pathways, potentially resulting in the increased activity of FAM180A through alternative pathways or compensatory mechanisms. | ||||||