KRTAP16-5 inhibitors belong to a class of chemical compounds designed to selectively target and interfere with the activity of KRTAP16-5, a protein from the Keratin-Associated Protein (KRTAP) family. These proteins are primarily expressed in hair and hair follicles, where they play pivotal roles in shaping the structural and mechanical properties of hair fibers. KRTAP16-5, as a member of this family, is presumed to contribute to the structural integrity and functional characteristics of hair.
The primary mechanism of action for KRTAP16-5 inhibitors typically involves their interaction with the KRTAP16-5 protein or its associated molecules, leading to the modulation of its normal function. By inhibiting KRTAP16-5, these compounds have the ability to influence processes related to hair development, hair structure, or other cellular functions in which this protein is involved. However, the exact functions and molecular pathways associated with KRTAP16-5 are still subjects of active investigation. Scientists studying KRTAP16-5 inhibitors aim to uncover the precise roles and significance of KRTAP16-5 within the context of hair biology and other relevant cellular processes. These inhibitors serve as valuable tools for advancing our knowledge of KRTAP16-5 and its roles in cellular functions. In this context, they contribute to expanding our understanding of the complex interactions and functions of keratin-associated proteins in the biology of hair and related tissues.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Bisphenol A | 80-05-7 | sc-391751 sc-391751A | 100 mg 10 g | $300.00 $490.00 | 5 | |
Bisphenol A can interact with estrogen receptors, influencing nuclear receptor signaling and potentially altering gene expression patterns. | ||||||
Triclosan | 3380-34-5 | sc-220326 sc-220326A | 10 g 100 g | $138.00 $400.00 | ||
Triclosan may alter hormone homeostasis and could affect gene expression regulatory mechanisms upon exposure. | ||||||
Ethynyl Estradiol | 57-63-6 | sc-205318 sc-205318A | 100 mg 500 mg | $20.00 $28.00 | 3 | |
This synthetic estrogen can bind to estrogen receptors, modifying transcriptional activity and potentially changing gene expression profiles. | ||||||
Lead(II) Acetate | 301-04-2 | sc-507473 | 5 g | $83.00 | ||
Lead acetate is known to disrupt various cellular processes, including those affecting DNA synthesis and gene expression. | ||||||
Arsenic(III) oxide | 1327-53-3 | sc-210837 sc-210837A | 250 g 1 kg | $87.00 $224.00 | ||
Arsenic trioxide can modify gene expression through epigenetic changes and by influencing signal transduction pathways. | ||||||
Cadmium chloride, anhydrous | 10108-64-2 | sc-252533 sc-252533A sc-252533B | 10 g 50 g 500 g | $55.00 $179.00 $345.00 | 1 | |
Cadmium is toxic to cells and can interfere with DNA repair and transcription factor function, potentially altering gene expression. | ||||||
FCM Fixation buffer (10X) | sc-3622 | 10 ml @ 10X | $61.00 | 16 | ||
Formaldehyde can cross-link DNA and proteins, interfering with DNA replication and gene expression processes. | ||||||
Acrylamide Solution, 40% | 79-06-1 | sc-3721 | 1 L | $98.00 | ||
Acrylamide can form adducts with DNA, potentially affecting transcription and gene expression mechanisms. | ||||||
Benzo[a]pyrene | 50-32-8 | sc-257130 | 1 g | $439.00 | 4 | |
This polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon can activate the aryl hydrocarbon receptor signaling pathway, influencing gene expression. | ||||||