KIF3C Activators
KIF3C, or Kinesin Family Member 3C, is a gene that encodes a protein belonging to the kinesin family of motor proteins. These proteins are known for their role in intracellular transport, specifically in the movement of various cargoes along microtubules, which are part of the cell's cytoskeleton.Kinesin proteins, including KIF3C, convert chemical energy from ATP hydrolysis into mechanical force, enabling them to "walk" along microtubules. KIF3C, in particular, is a plus-end directed motor, meaning it moves towards the plus end of the microtubule, which is typically oriented towards the cell's periphery.
KIF3C is involved in the transport of several types of intracellular cargoes, including organelles, proteins, and vesicles. This transportation is essential for numerous cellular functions, such as cell division, signaling, and maintenance of cellular architecture. The protein is also implicated in the organization and dynamics of cilia and flagella, hair-like structures that protrude from the cell surface and are involved in cell movement and signaling.The role of KIF3C is especially crucial in neurons, where it is involved in the transport of neurotransmitter-containing vesicles and other components essential for synaptic function. Proper functioning of KIF3C is vital for neuronal health and communication.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Taxol | 33069-62-4 | sc-201439D sc-201439 sc-201439A sc-201439E sc-201439B sc-201439C | 1 mg 5 mg 25 mg 100 mg 250 mg 1 g | $41.00 $74.00 $221.00 $247.00 $738.00 $1220.00 | 39 | |
A microtubule stabilizer, Paclitaxel can influence microtubule dynamics, potentially impacting KIF3C function. | ||||||
Nocodazole | 31430-18-9 | sc-3518B sc-3518 sc-3518C sc-3518A | 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg 50 mg | $59.00 $85.00 $143.00 $247.00 | 38 | |
A microtubule-depolymerizing agent, Nocodazole can alter microtubule dynamics, potentially affecting KIF3C activity. | ||||||
Colchicine | 64-86-8 | sc-203005 sc-203005A sc-203005B sc-203005C sc-203005D sc-203005E | 1 g 5 g 50 g 100 g 500 g 1 kg | $100.00 $321.00 $2289.00 $4484.00 $18207.00 $34749.00 | 3 | |
Another microtubule destabilizing agent, Colchicine might impact KIF3C by altering microtubule dynamics. | ||||||
Vinblastine | 865-21-4 | sc-491749 sc-491749A sc-491749B sc-491749C sc-491749D | 10 mg 50 mg 100 mg 500 mg 1 g | $102.00 $235.00 $459.00 $1749.00 $2958.00 | 4 | |
A microtubule inhibitor, Vinblastine can disrupt microtubule assembly, potentially influencing KIF3C's role in transport. | ||||||
Cytochalasin D | 22144-77-0 | sc-201442 sc-201442A | 1 mg 5 mg | $165.00 $486.00 | 64 | |
Disrupts actin filament organization, which might indirectly influence KIF3C's interactions in cells. | ||||||
Lithium | 7439-93-2 | sc-252954 | 50 g | $214.00 | ||
Known to affect several cellular processes, Lithium Carbonate might indirectly impact KIF3C function. | ||||||
Forskolin | 66575-29-9 | sc-3562 sc-3562A sc-3562B sc-3562C sc-3562D | 5 mg 50 mg 1 g 2 g 5 g | $78.00 $153.00 $740.00 $1413.00 $2091.00 | 73 | |
By elevating intracellular cAMP, Forskolin can modulate various signaling pathways, potentially influencing KIF3C. | ||||||
Brefeldin A | 20350-15-6 | sc-200861C sc-200861 sc-200861A sc-200861B | 1 mg 5 mg 25 mg 100 mg | $31.00 $53.00 $124.00 $374.00 | 25 | |
Affects vesicle formation and transport, Brefeldin A might indirectly impact KIF3C-related transport processes. | ||||||