MAP-2B Activators
Microtubule-associated protein 2B (MAP-2B) is a critical component in the neuronal cytoskeletal network, playing a pivotal role in the stabilization of microtubules as well as in the development and maintenance of dendritic spines. The protein is predominantly expressed in the central nervous system and is essential for the plastic changes that underlie learning and memory. MAP-2B is a member of a larger family of microtubule-associated proteins, which collectively contribute to the dynamic assembly and disassembly of microtubules, processes that are fundamental for cell division, intracellular transport, and the establishment of cell morphology. In neurons, MAP-2B is not only integral to the structural integrity of axons and dendrites but also to the modulation of synaptic strength, which is a key factor in neuroplasticity. Changes in the expression levels of MAP-2B can significantly affect the structure and function of neuronal networks.
Certain biochemical compounds can induce the expression of MAP-2B, playing a role in synaptic plasticity and neurogenesis. For instance, retinoic acid is known to stimulate gene transcription by engaging nuclear receptors, which may lead to heightened synthesis of MAP-2B, a process that is particularly active during neuronal differentiation. Similarly, forskolin, through its action on adenylate cyclase, can increase intracellular cAMP levels, which can initiate a signaling cascade that promotes the transcription of the MAP-2B gene. Other activators like dibutyryl cyclic AMP (db-cAMP) and phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) also serve as potent stimulators of MAP-2B expression. These compounds mimic the effects of neurotransmitters and growth factors by activating specific kinases, resulting in the phosphorylation of transcription factors that directly enhance MAP-2B gene expression. Additionally, histone deacetylase inhibitors such as valproic acid, trichostatin A, and sodium butyrate have been shown to augment histone acetylation, thereby increasing the accessibility of the MAP-2B gene for transcription. These inducers collectively contribute to the regulation of MAP-2B levels, thereby influencing the structural dynamics of neurons and the complexity of neuronal networks.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Retinoic Acid, all trans | 302-79-4 | sc-200898 sc-200898A sc-200898B sc-200898C | 500 mg 5 g 10 g 100 g | $66.00 $325.00 $587.00 $1018.00 | 28 | |
Retinoic acid can upregulate gene transcription by interacting with retinoic acid receptors, which may lead to an elevation in MAP-2B synthesis. This process is integral to neuronal development and differentiation. | ||||||
Lithium | 7439-93-2 | sc-252954 | 50 g | $214.00 | ||
Lithium chloride inhibits glycogen synthase kinase 3 (GSK-3), which is involved in the Wnt signaling pathway. This inhibition could lead to the upsurge in MAP-2B expression as part of the neuronal response to stabilize microtubules. | ||||||
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 | |
Forskolin directly stimulates adenylate cyclase activity, elevating intracellular cAMP levels. This elevation can trigger a cascade leading to the transcriptional activation of MAP-2B, promoting neuronal differentiation and plasticity. | ||||||
Adenosine 3′,5′-cyclic monophosphate | 60-92-4 | sc-217584 sc-217584A sc-217584B sc-217584C sc-217584D sc-217584E | 100 mg 250 mg 5 g 10 g 25 g 50 g | $116.00 $179.00 $265.00 $369.00 $629.00 $1150.00 | ||
Adenosine 3',5'-cyclic monophosphate functions as a signaling molecule that activates protein kinase A (PKA). Activation of PKA can lead to the transcriptional initiation of MAP-2B, which plays a crucial role in the structural stabilization of dendrites in neurons. | ||||||
Dibutyryl-cAMP | 16980-89-5 | sc-201567 sc-201567A sc-201567B sc-201567C | 20 mg 100 mg 500 mg 10 g | $47.00 $136.00 $492.00 $4552.00 | 74 | |
Dibutyryl-cAMP serves as a membrane-permeable form of cAMP that activates protein kinase A (PKA) intracellularly. Its activation can lead to the transcriptional initiation of MAP-2B, contributing to neuronal maturation and synaptic formation. | ||||||
PMA | 16561-29-8 | sc-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 | |
PMA is a potent activator of protein kinase C (PKC), which can lead to the phosphorylation of transcription factors that directly stimulate MAP-2B gene expression, crucial for synaptic plasticity and memory formation. | ||||||
Kainic acid | 487-79-6 | sc-200454 sc-200454A sc-200454B sc-200454C sc-200454D | 5 mg 25 mg 100 mg 1 g 5 g | $87.00 $370.00 $1377.00 $7803.00 $24970.00 | 12 | |
Kainic acid serves as an excitatory neurotransmitter analog that can stimulate glutamate receptors, leading to a cascade of intracellular events that may culminate in the elevated synthesis of MAP-2B, which is vital for the maintenance of neuronal architecture. | ||||||
Fluoxetine | 54910-89-3 | sc-279166 | 500 mg | $318.00 | 9 | |
Fluoxetine, as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, may stimulate neurogenesis and synaptic connectivity. This process can involve the upregulation of MAP-2B expression, which is fundamental for dendritic spine development. | ||||||
Valproic Acid | 99-66-1 | sc-213144 | 10 g | $87.00 | 9 | |
Valproic acid acts as an inhibitor of histone deacetylase, which can lead to the unwinding of DNA around histones, making specific genes more accessible for transcription, including the gene encoding MAP-2B, thereby promoting neuronal plasticity. | ||||||
Trichostatin A | 58880-19-6 | sc-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 | |
Trichostatin A, by inhibiting histone deacetylases, can enhance histone acetylation, which generally promotes the transcriptional activation of genes like MAP-2B, integral for the support of neuronal growth and synaptic modulation. | ||||||