Date published: 2026-1-24

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KLF12 Activators

KLF12's role as a transcription factor in various cellular contexts makes it a target of interest for modulation by diverse biochemical pathways. Indirect activators of KLF12 might include compounds that alter cellular signaling or epigenetic status, thereby affecting KLF12 expression or its activity at target genes. Agents such as Retinoic Acid, all trans and 5-Aza-2′-Deoxycytidine might influence KLF12 by altering the differentiation status of cells or the epigenetic landscape, respectively. Retinoic Acid, all trans, through its role in cell differentiation, might change the transcriptional demands on KLF12, leading to alterations in its activity. Similarly, 5-Aza-2′-Deoxycytidine could reactivate genes that are epigenetically silenced, including possibly KLF12 itself or its target genes, thereby affecting its functional role in the cell.

Additional compounds such as Trichostatin A, Forskolin, and PMA work through histone modification, cAMP signaling, and PKC activation, respectively, each potentially altering the cellular environment in which KLF12 operates. Trichostatin A's effect on chromatin can make certain genes more accessible to transcription factors like KLF12, altering its ability to regulate gene expression. Forskolin and PMA, by modifying signaling pathways, might lead to changes in the phosphorylation status of KLF12 or its cofactors, altering its activity. On the other hand, compounds like Rapamycin and Lithium Chloride affect broader cell growth and signaling pathways, potentially altering the expression or demand for KLF12 in processes like cell growth, apoptosis, and the response to cellular stress. Each of these compounds represents a possible avenue through which the activity or expression of KLF12 might be modulated, reflecting the interconnected nature of signaling pathways, transcriptional regulation, and cellular context in determining the function of key transcription factors such as KLF12.

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Retinoic Acid, all trans

302-79-4sc-200898
sc-200898A
sc-200898B
sc-200898C
500 mg
5 g
10 g
100 g
$66.00
$325.00
$587.00
$1018.00
28
(1)

Retinoic Acid, all trans is involved in cell differentiation and apoptosis and affects the expression of a wide range of genes. It may influence KLF12 activity indirectly by altering cellular differentiation pathways or gene expression profiles.

5-Aza-2′-Deoxycytidine

2353-33-5sc-202424
sc-202424A
sc-202424B
25 mg
100 mg
250 mg
$218.00
$322.00
$426.00
7
(1)

As a DNA methyltransferase inhibitor, 5-Aza-2′-Deoxycytidine can lead to demethylation and reactivation of silenced genes. It might indirectly enhance KLF12 expression by changing the epigenetic state of its promoter or other regulatory regions.

Trichostatin A

58880-19-6sc-3511
sc-3511A
sc-3511B
sc-3511C
sc-3511D
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
50 mg
$152.00
$479.00
$632.00
$1223.00
$2132.00
33
(3)

Trichostatin A is a histone deacetylase inhibitor that can lead to a more relaxed chromatin structure and affect gene expression. It may increase KLF12 expression or alter its activity by changing the acetylation status of histones around its target genes.

Forskolin

66575-29-9sc-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
(3)

Forskolin elevates intracellular cAMP levels and activates PKA, leading to diverse effects on cellular functions and gene expression. It might indirectly affect KLF12 activity through these broad cellular changes.

PMA

16561-29-8sc-3576
sc-3576A
sc-3576B
sc-3576C
sc-3576D
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
100 mg
$41.00
$132.00
$214.00
$500.00
$948.00
119
(6)

PMA activates Protein Kinase C (PKC) and can influence many signaling pathways. Through its broad effects on cell signaling, PMA might indirectly affect KLF12 activity or expression.

(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate

989-51-5sc-200802
sc-200802A
sc-200802B
sc-200802C
sc-200802D
sc-200802E
10 mg
50 mg
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
10 g
$43.00
$73.00
$126.00
$243.00
$530.00
$1259.00
11
(1)

(-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate is a polyphenol found in green tea with antioxidant properties. It has been shown to affect several signaling pathways and might indirectly modulate KLF12 expression or activity through its broad cellular effects.

Curcumin

458-37-7sc-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
(1)

Curcumin affects various cellular processes, including inflammation and apoptosis, and might modulate KLF12 activity by influencing these pathways or affecting the expression of genes regulated by KLF12.

Rapamycin

53123-88-9sc-3504
sc-3504A
sc-3504B
1 mg
5 mg
25 mg
$63.00
$158.00
$326.00
233
(4)

Rapamycin is an mTOR inhibitor affecting cell growth and metabolism. It could potentially influence the cell cycle and DNA damage response pathways, indirectly affecting the role of KLF12 in these processes.

Lithium

7439-93-2sc-252954
50 g
$214.00
(0)

Lithium is known to inhibit GSK-3β, a kinase involved in numerous signaling pathways. By modulating pathways associated with GSK-3β, Lithium Chloride might indirectly affect the signaling context and activity of KLF12.

Sodium Butyrate

156-54-7sc-202341
sc-202341B
sc-202341A
sc-202341C
250 mg
5 g
25 g
500 g
$31.00
$47.00
$84.00
$222.00
19
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Sodium Butyrate is a histone deacetylase inhibitor and can affect gene expression. It might indirectly influence KLF12 activity by altering the expression of proteins involved in the signaling pathways where KLF12 functions.