MDGA2 activators represent a class of chemical compounds designed to modulate the activity of MDGA2 (MAM domain-containing glycosylphosphatidylinositol anchor protein 2), a cell surface protein with a significant presence in the nervous system. MDGA2 plays a crucial role in various aspects of neural development, particularly in processes related to cell adhesion, neural circuit formation, and synaptic plasticity. As a glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI)-anchored protein, MDGA2's functions are intricately linked to the regulation of synaptic connectivity and neural circuitry.
These activators are meticulously engineered to interact with MDGA2, potentially influencing its cellular functions. By targeting MDGA2, these compounds offer a means to delve into the intricate mechanisms governing neural development, synaptic plasticity, and the formation of neural circuits. Research focused on MDGA2 activators contributes to our understanding of the complex regulatory pathways underlying crucial neuronal processes, providing valuable insights into cellular physiology and the orchestration of fundamental events in the nervous system. Further investigation is warranted to uncover the precise mechanisms of action and potential biological consequences associated with MDGA2 activation, enhancing our knowledge of the molecular processes that underlie neural development and connectivity in the nervous system.
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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 | $65.00 $319.00 $575.00 $998.00 | 28 | |
Retinoic acid regulates gene expression during neural development and may induce MDGA2 expression as part of this process. | ||||||
Forskolin | 66575-29-9 | sc-3562 sc-3562A sc-3562B sc-3562C sc-3562D | 5 mg 50 mg 1 g 2 g 5 g | $76.00 $150.00 $725.00 $1385.00 $2050.00 | 73 | |
Forskolin raises cAMP levels, which can affect various signaling pathways, potentially influencing MDGA2 expression. | ||||||
Lithium | 7439-93-2 | sc-252954 | 50 g | $214.00 | ||
Lithium is involved in developmental signaling pathways and may affect the expression of genes like MDGA2. | ||||||
Valproic Acid | 99-66-1 | sc-213144 | 10 g | $85.00 | 9 | |
Valproic acid, through its HDAC inhibitory effect, can modulate gene expression, possibly affecting MDGA2. | ||||||
PMA | 16561-29-8 | sc-3576 sc-3576A sc-3576B sc-3576C sc-3576D | 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg 100 mg | $40.00 $129.00 $210.00 $490.00 $929.00 | 119 | |
PMA activates protein kinase C, which could influence gene expression related to neuronal development, including MDGA2. | ||||||
Dexamethasone | 50-02-2 | sc-29059 sc-29059B sc-29059A | 100 mg 1 g 5 g | $76.00 $82.00 $367.00 | 36 | |
Glucocorticoids can affect neurodevelopment and may modulate the expression of MDGA2 in the brain. |