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hedgehog Activators

The chemical class of Hedgehog pathway activators encompasses a diverse group of molecules that influence the Hedgehog signaling pathway, a crucial regulatory system in embryonic development and adult tissue homeostasis. These activators work through various mechanisms, some targeting key proteins directly, like the Smoothened (SMO) receptor, while others function indirectly by affecting upstream or downstream components of the pathway. Direct activators like SAG and Purmorphamine bind to the SMO receptor, bypassing the need for Hedgehog ligand binding and leading to the activation of downstream signaling events. Indirect activators, such as Forskolin and Lithium Chloride, exert their effects by modulating cellular processes or signaling cascades that, in turn, influence Hedgehog pathway activity. The pharmacological modulation of the Hedgehog pathway through these activators provides critical insights into the complex regulatory mechanisms governing cellular communication and differentiation. Given the pathway's pivotal role in numerous biological processes, including cell growth, tissue patterning, and stem cell maintenance, understanding and harnessing these activators have significant implications for developmental biology.

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CUR 61414

334998-36-6sc-211143
1 mg
$380.00
1
(1)

CUR 61414 functions as a selective hedgehog pathway modulator, characterized by its ability to disrupt the interaction between key signaling proteins. Its unique structural features enable it to bind specifically to the receptor, altering downstream signaling cascades. This modulation affects cellular responses by influencing gene expression patterns and cellular differentiation. The compound's distinct interaction kinetics and affinity contribute to its nuanced role in regulating developmental processes.

SAG

912545-86-9sc-212905
sc-212905A
1 mg
5 mg
$163.00
$413.00
27
(1)

Directly activates the Smoothened (SMO) receptor, a critical component of the Hedgehog signaling pathway, by binding to its transmembrane domain.

Purmorphamine

483367-10-8sc-202785
sc-202785A
1 mg
5 mg
$56.00
$180.00
18
(1)

Activates the Hedgehog signaling pathway by targeting the Smoothened (SMO) receptor, thus mimicking the effect of the Hedgehog ligand.

GANT61

500579-04-4sc-202630
sc-202630A
sc-202630B
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
$63.00
$128.00
$200.00
6
(1)

Disrupts GLI-mediated transcription, an essential downstream component of the Hedgehog signaling pathway, indirectly enhancing pathway activation.

Cyclopamine

4449-51-8sc-200929
sc-200929A
1 mg
5 mg
$92.00
$204.00
19
(1)

Can cause non-canonical activation of the Hedgehog pathway by binding to Smoothened (SMO).

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)

Activates adenylyl cyclase, leading to cAMP accumulation, which can indirectly influence the Hedgehog signaling pathway.

Jervine

469-59-0sc-200934
sc-200934A
1 mg
5 mg
$66.00
$240.00
1
(0)

Interacts with Smoothened (SMO), leading to non-canonical activation of the Hedgehog signaling pathway.

Cholesterol

57-88-5sc-202539C
sc-202539E
sc-202539A
sc-202539B
sc-202539D
sc-202539
5 g
5 kg
100 g
250 g
1 kg
25 g
$26.00
$2754.00
$126.00
$206.00
$572.00
$86.00
11
(1)

A precursor to oxysterols, which can activate the Smoothened receptor, thus playing a role in activating the Hedgehog pathway.

Cholecalciferol

67-97-0sc-205630
sc-205630A
sc-205630B
1 g
5 g
10 g
$70.00
$160.00
$290.00
2
(1)

Influences the Hedgehog signaling pathway, particularly in the context of cell differentiation and proliferation.

Tomatidine hydrochloride

6192-62-7sc-200931
25 mg
$66.00
1
(1)

Modulates the Hedgehog pathway, though the exact mechanism remains less clear.