Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Mastoparan | 72093-21-1 | sc-200831 | 1 mg | $97.00 | ||
Mastoparan is a peptide that activates heterotrimeric G proteins by mimicking receptor interactions, leading to the exchange of GDP for GTP on the Gα subunit. This activation triggers downstream signaling pathways, including phospholipase C and adenylate cyclase, influencing cellular responses. Its unique amphipathic structure allows it to interact with lipid membranes, enhancing membrane fluidity and facilitating G protein coupling. The kinetics of G protein activation by Mastoparan are rapid, promoting swift cellular signaling events. |