Olfr688 Activators
Olfr688 is a gene that encodes an olfactory receptor, part of the broad family of G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). These receptors are key components in the olfactory system, enabling organisms, including humans, to detect and differentiate a wide range of odors. The protein product of Olfr688 is primarily expressed in the olfactory epithelium, the specialized sensory tissue in the nose that is responsible for odor detection. Olfactory receptors like Olfr688 are instrumental in translating the chemical signals of odor molecules into electrical signals that the brain interprets as distinct smells, a process essential for various physiological and behavioral responses. The activation of Olfr688, akin to other olfactory receptors, involves the binding of specific odorant molecules. This binding is highly selective, with certain chemical structures fitting into the receptor similarly to how a key fits into a lock. Upon odorant binding, Olfr688 undergoes a conformational change, which is the primary step in activating the receptor. Following this, Olfr688 interacts with an intracellular G-protein. The activated G-protein undergoes a change involving the exchange of GDP for GTP on its alpha subunit, activating further signaling pathways within the cell. These pathways culminate in the generation of an electrical signal that is transmitted to the brain and interpreted as a particular odor.
This ability to bind and respond to various odorant molecules makes each olfactory receptor, including Olfr688, capable of detecting a range of related chemical compounds. This feature is crucial for the olfactory system's ability to perceive and discriminate among a vast array of odors. The understanding of the specific activation mechanisms of receptors like Olfr688 is vital not only to our comprehension of sensory biology but also for practical applications. These include the development of artificial noses for environmental monitoring, the creation of novel fragrances and flavors, and potentially even in medical diagnostics. The study of olfactory receptors and their interaction with different odorants continues to be an area of significant scientific interest, contributing to our understanding of the complex and nuanced nature of smell.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Ethyl butyrate | 105-54-4 | sc-214986 sc-214986A | 1 kg 4 kg | $100.00 $210.00 | ||
Ethyl butyrate can activate Olfr688 by binding to its specific olfactory receptor site, inducing a conformational change in the receptor. This change leads to the activation of associated G-proteins and the initiation of olfactory signal transduction pathways. | ||||||
Hexyl acetate | 142-92-7 | sc-215149 sc-215149A | 25 ml 500 ml | $32.00 $57.00 | ||
Hexyl acetate, through its interaction with Olfr688, can activate the receptor by directly binding to it. This binding induces a conformational change in Olfr688, enabling the activation of G-protein signaling pathways integral to the olfactory signal transduction process. | ||||||
Isopentyl acetate | 123-92-2 | sc-250190 sc-250190A | 100 ml 500 ml | $105.00 $221.00 | ||
Isopentyl acetate can activate Olfr688 by binding to the receptor's specific site. This interaction triggers a conformational alteration in Olfr688, facilitating the activation of downstream G-protein mediated signaling mechanisms involved in olfactory perception. | ||||||
Methyl Salicylate | 119-36-8 | sc-204802 sc-204802A | 250 ml 500 ml | $46.00 $69.00 | ||
Methyl salicylate can activate Olfr688 by interacting with its sensory domain. This binding facilitates the activation of the receptor, promoting the initiation of G-protein coupled intracellular signaling pathways involved in the perception of olfactory cues. | ||||||
Benzyl alcohol | 100-51-6 | sc-326216B sc-326216 sc-326216A | 250 ml 1 L 5 L | $31.00 $102.00 $408.00 | ||
Benzyl alcohol can activate Olfr688 through its interaction with the receptor's binding site. This binding promotes a change in receptor conformation, enabling the activation of associated G-protein signaling pathways, critical for olfactory signal transduction. | ||||||
Ethyl hexanoate | 123-66-0 | sc-235049 | 5 ml | $50.00 | ||
Ethyl hexanoate can activate Olfr688 by binding to its ligand-specific site. This interaction induces a receptor conformational change, leading to the activation of G-protein mediated signaling pathways involved in olfactory perception. | ||||||
Citral | 5392-40-5 | sc-252620 | 1 kg | $212.00 | ||
Citral, by interacting with Olfr688, can activate the receptor through direct binding. This interaction induces a conformational change, leading to the activation of G-protein signaling pathways integral to the olfactory signal transduction process. | ||||||
Linalool | 78-70-6 | sc-250250 sc-250250A sc-250250B | 5 g 100 g 500 g | $46.00 $71.00 $108.00 | ||
Linalool can activate Olfr688 through binding to the receptor's specific site. This interaction triggers a conformational alteration of Olfr688, facilitating the activation of downstream G-protein mediated signaling mechanisms involved in olfactory perception. | ||||||
2-Phenylethanol | 60-12-8 | sc-238198 | 250 ml | $68.00 | ||
2-Phenylethanol can activate Olfr688 by binding to its sensory domain. This binding facilitates the activation of the receptor, promoting the initiation of G-protein coupled intracellular signaling pathways involved in the perception of olfactory cues. | ||||||
α-Pinene | 80-56-8 | sc-233784 sc-233784A | 5 ml 250 ml | $51.00 $113.00 | 2 | |
Alpha-Pinene can activate Olfr688 through its interaction with the receptor's binding site. This binding promotes a change in receptor conformation, enabling the activation of associated G-protein signaling pathways, critical for olfactory signal transduction. | ||||||