Olfr551 Activators
Chemical activators of Olfr551 are a diverse group of compounds selected based on their potential to directly interact with and activate this specific olfactory receptor. These include limonene, hexyl cinnamal, acetophenone, amyl acetate, ethyl vanillin, methyl salicylate, camphor, isoeugenol, ethyl butyrate, methyl anthranilate, phenethyl alcohol, and diethyl phthalate. Each of these chemicals is chosen for its potential binding affinity and ability to induce a conformational change in Olfr551, leading to its activation. For example, limonene, with its terpene structure, may fit well into the ligand-binding domain of Olfr551, initiating receptor activation and signal transduction. Hexyl cinnamal, with its floral fragrance, could interact with the receptor's binding sites, triggering a cascade of intracellular signaling events characteristic of olfactory perception. Acetophenone and amyl acetate, each with distinctive sweet and fruity odors, may mimic the action of natural ligands of Olfr551, binding to the receptor and inducing signaling. Ethyl vanillin, with its strong vanilla aroma, and methyl salicylate, with a wintergreen scent, could activate the receptor through similar interactions.
Camphor's strong aroma might facilitate its interaction with specific binding sites on Olfr551, leading to activation. Isoeugenol, with a clove-like scent, could activate the receptor by mimicking the structure of natural ligands. Ethyl butyrate and methyl anthranilate, each with fruity and grape-like odors, might also activate Olfr551 by directly interacting with its ligand-binding sites. Phenethyl alcohol, known for its pleasant floral scent, could bind to the ligand-binding domain of Olfr551, inducing receptor activation. Lastly, diethyl phthalate, commonly used in fragrances, could potentially activate Olfr551 through its interaction with specific receptor sites. In conclusion, these chemicals represent a range of potential activators for Olfr551, each with unique structural properties that could interact with the receptor, leading to its activation and the initiation of olfactory signal transduction pathways. The diversity of these compounds offers various mechanisms for potentially activating the protein encoded by the Olfr551 gene.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Dipentene | 138-86-3 | sc-252747 | 4 L | $120.00 | ||
Dipentene, a common terpene, could activate Olfr551 by binding to its ligand-binding domain. This interaction would likely induce a conformational change in the receptor, triggering a cascade of intracellular signaling events characteristic of olfactory receptors. | ||||||
Eugenol | 97-53-0 | sc-203043 sc-203043A sc-203043B | 1 g 100 g 500 g | $32.00 $62.00 $218.00 | 2 | |
Eugenol, a phenolic compound, is known to bind to and activate certain olfactory receptors. For Olfr550, it could directly activate the protein by binding to its specific site, triggering a conformational change that results in signal transduction across the olfactory neuron membrane. | ||||||
Citral | 5392-40-5 | sc-252620 | 1 kg | $212.00 | ||
Citral, an aldehyde with a strong lemon odor, could interact with Olfr550 by binding to its ligand-binding domain. This interaction may lead to the activation of the receptor, initiating a G-protein-coupled signal transduction pathway commonly seen in olfactory receptors. | ||||||
Acetophenone | 98-86-2 | sc-239189 | 5 g | $20.00 | ||
Acetophenone, with a sweet and floral scent, could potentially activate Olfr551 by mimicking the action of natural ligands, binding to the receptor and inducing a signaling cascade within olfactory cells. | ||||||
trans-Anethole | 4180-23-8 | sc-253727 | 1 ml | $28.00 | 1 | |
trans-Anethole, a compound found in anise, may activate Olfr550 by mimicking the structure of its natural ligand. This structural similarity could enable anethole to bind and activate the receptor, leading to the initiation of olfactory signaling cascades. | ||||||
Pentyl acetate | 628-63-7 | sc-215691 | 250 ml | $66.00 | ||
Pentyl acetate, known for its banana-like odor, may interact directly with Olfr551, leading to receptor activation. This interaction could trigger the olfactory transduction pathway, signaling the presence of the odor. | ||||||
Isopentyl acetate | 123-92-2 | sc-250190 sc-250190A | 100 ml 500 ml | $107.00 $225.00 | ||
Known for its banana-like odor, Isopentyl acetate could activate Olfr550 by binding to its external domain. This interaction would induce the receptor′s activation, leading to the propagation of olfactory signals within the neuron. | ||||||
3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde | 121-32-4 | sc-238538 | 100 g | $31.00 | ||
3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, with a strong vanilla scent, might activate Olfr551 by binding to specific sites on the receptor, inducing a conformational change and subsequent activation of the olfactory signal transduction mechanism. | ||||||
(±)-Menthol | 89-78-1 | sc-250299 sc-250299A | 100 g 250 g | $39.00 $68.00 | ||
Menthol, a compound with a cooling sensation, might activate Olfr550 through a non-traditional binding mechanism. This could involve allosteric modulation of the receptor, resulting in its activation and subsequent signal transduction. | ||||||
Methyl Salicylate | 119-36-8 | sc-204802 sc-204802A | 250 ml 500 ml | $47.00 $70.00 | ||
Methyl salicylate, often associated with a wintergreen odor, could activate Olfr551 through its interaction with the receptor's ligand-binding domain, leading to the initiation of olfactory signaling pathways. | ||||||