Date published: 2026-4-5

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mTOR Activators

mTOR activators includes a diverse range of chemicals that activate the activity of the mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR) through both direct and indirect mechanisms. Rapamycin and its analog Everolimus directly inhibit mTOR by forming complexes with FKBP12, leading to the inhibition of mTORC1. Prolonged exposure to these inhibitors may induce feedback activation of mTORC2, enhancing mTOR signaling. Dual mTORC1/mTORC2 inhibitors such as Torin 1, AZD8055, PP242, WYE-125132, and Sapanisertib directly inhibit both mTOR complexes. Selective mTORC1 inhibitors like OSI-027 and HRG-2149 directly inhibit mTORC1, relieving negative feedback on mTORC2 and enhancing mTORC2 signaling. Similarly, UPF 1069, an mTORC2 inhibitor, indirectly activates mTORC1 by relieving feedback inhibition, promoting downstream signaling involved in protein synthesis and cell growth. Akt activators such as SC79 and allosteric AKT inhibitors like MK-2206 indirectly activate mTOR by modulating the Akt/TSC2 pathway. These chemicals influence mTORC1 activity, leading to the activation of downstream signaling cascades involved in cell growth and protein synthesis. In summary, mTOR activators play a crucial role in regulating mTOR signaling, providing valuable tools for studying cellular processes and applications in various research contexts. Understanding the complex network of feedback mechanisms involved in mTOR activation is essential for unraveling the broader implications of mTOR in cellular physiology.
Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

Rapamycin

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

Rapamycin directly activates mTOR by forming a complex with FKBP12, inhibiting the mTORC1 complex. This inhibition relieves negative feedback, leading to mTORC2 activation and phosphorylation of AKT at Ser473, indirectly activating mTOR.

Torin 1

1222998-36-8sc-396760
10 mg
$245.00
7
(1)

Torin 1 is a dual mTORC1/mTORC2 inhibitor that directly inhibits mTOR. Paradoxically, prolonged treatment with Torin 1 can lead to feedback activation of mTORC2, enhancing mTOR signaling and promoting cell survival.

AZD8055

1009298-09-2sc-364424
sc-364424A
10 mg
50 mg
$163.00
$352.00
12
(2)

AZD8055 is a dual mTORC1/mTORC2 inhibitor that directly inhibits mTOR. Similar to Torin 1, extended exposure to AZD8055 can induce feedback activation of mTORC2, contributing to sustained mTOR signaling and cell survival.

PP242

1092351-67-1sc-301606A
sc-301606
1 mg
5 mg
$57.00
$172.00
8
(1)

PP242 is a dual mTORC1/mTORC2 inhibitor that directly inhibits mTOR. Prolonged treatment with PP242 can activate feedback loops, enhancing mTORC2 signaling and leading to increased phosphorylation of AKT at Ser473.

OSI-027

936890-98-1sc-364557
sc-364557A
10 mg
50 mg
$437.00
$1186.00
1
(0)

OSI-027 is a selective mTORC1/mTORC2 inhibitor that directly inhibits mTOR. Prolonged treatment with OSI-027 may induce feedback activation of mTORC2, enhancing mTOR signaling and contributing to increased AKT phosphorylation.

WYE-125132

1144068-46-1sc-364651
sc-364651A
10 mg
50 mg
$510.00
$1536.00
(0)

WYE-125132 is a dual mTORC1/mTORC2 inhibitor that directly inhibits mTOR. Extended exposure to WYE-125132 can induce feedback activation of mTORC2, contributing to sustained mTOR signaling and increased AKT phosphorylation.

Everolimus

159351-69-6sc-218452
sc-218452A
5 mg
50 mg
$131.00
$651.00
7
(1)

Everolimus, similar to rapamycin, directly inhibits mTOR by forming a complex with FKBP12, inhibiting the mTORC1 complex. Prolonged exposure may induce feedback activation of mTORC2, contributing to sustained mTOR signaling.

MK-2206 dihydrochloride

1032350-13-2sc-364537
sc-364537A
5 mg
10 mg
$182.00
$332.00
67
(1)

MK-2206 is an allosteric AKT inhibitor that indirectly activates mTOR. Inhibition of AKT releases negative feedback on mTORC1, leading to increased mTORC1 activity and subsequent activation of downstream signaling pathways.

2-Amino-6-chloro-α-cyano-3-(ethoxycarbonyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-acetic Acid Ethyl Ester

305834-79-1sc-479756
25 mg
$380.00
(0)

SC79 is an Akt activator that indirectly activates mTOR. SC79 activates Akt, which in turn activates mTORC1 through phosphorylation of TSC2. This leads to mTORC1 activation and downstream modulation of protein synthesis and cell growth.

UPF 1069

1048371-03-4sc-361396
sc-361396A
5 mg
25 mg
$91.00
$358.00
1
(0)

UPF 1069 is an mTORC2 inhibitor that indirectly activates mTORC1. Inhibition of mTORC2 leads to feedback activation of mTORC1, enhancing downstream signaling cascades involved in protein synthesis and cell growth.