Olfr846 is a crucial member of the olfactory receptor gene family, playing a pivotal role in our sense of smell. This receptor is responsible for detecting specific odorant molecules and transmitting signals to the brain, allowing us to perceive and distinguish various scents in our environment. The activation of Olfr846 encompasses various mechanisms, including direct binding of odorant molecules to the receptor, modulation of olfactory ciliary ion channels, and influence on intracellular signaling pathways such as cAMP-PKA and MAPK. These diverse pathways lead to the functional activation of Olfr846, enabling the perception of distinct odors associated with the activating chemicals.
Understanding the intricate activation mechanisms of Olfr846 enhances our comprehension of olfaction, shedding light on how our olfactory system deciphers the complex world of scents. This knowledge contributes to the broader field of sensory perception and sensory processing, highlighting the sophistication of our sense 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 activates Olfr846 by directly binding to the receptor, initiating a conformational change that triggers downstream signaling. This binding event leads to the functional activation of Olfr846, enabling the perception of specific odors associated with Ethyl Butyrate. | ||||||
D-Limonene | 5989-27-5 | sc-205283 sc-205283A | 100 ml 500 ml | $84.00 $129.00 | 3 | |
Limonene activates Olfr846 through the modulation of olfactory ciliary ion channels, increasing their activity. This enhancement results in heightened membrane depolarization and receptor activation, leading to the functional activation of Olfr846 and the perception of scents related to Limonene. | ||||||
Octanal | 124-13-0 | sc-250612 sc-250612A | 25 ml 100 ml | $26.00 $34.00 | ||
Octanal activates Olfr846 by directly binding to the receptor and initiating a conformational change. This interaction leads to downstream signaling pathways being activated, ultimately resulting in the functional activation of Olfr846 and the perception of specific odors associated with Octanal. | ||||||
Isopentyl acetate | 123-92-2 | sc-250190 sc-250190A | 100 ml 500 ml | $107.00 $225.00 | ||
Isoamyl Acetate activates Olfr846 by directly binding to the receptor, stabilizing its active conformation. This interaction prolongs receptor activation and downstream signaling, resulting in the functional activation of Olfr846 and the perception of specific odors associated with Isoamyl Acetate. | ||||||
Allyl isothiocyanate | 57-06-7 | sc-252361 sc-252361A sc-252361B | 5 g 100 g 500 g | $44.00 $67.00 $119.00 | 3 | |
Allyl Isothiocyanate activates Olfr846 by directly binding to the receptor, initiating a conformational change that stabilizes its active state. This interaction prolongs receptor activation and downstream signaling, resulting in the functional activation of Olfr846 and the perception of specific odors associated with Allyl Isothiocyanate. | ||||||
4-Methoxybenzaldehyde | 123-11-5 | sc-238884 sc-238884A sc-238884B sc-238884C | 5 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg | $30.00 $42.00 $72.00 $124.00 | ||
4-Methoxybenzaldehyde activates Olfr846 through the modulation of olfactory ciliary ion channels. It enhances channel activity, resulting in increased membrane depolarization and receptor activation, leading to the functional activation of Olfr846 and the perception of specific scents related to p-Anisaldehyde. | ||||||
beta-Ionone | 14901-07-6 | sc-291976 | 25 ml | $83.00 | ||
β-Ionone activates Olfr846 by influencing the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway. It initiates a cascade of phosphorylation events, ultimately leading to receptor activation and functional activation of Olfr846, contributing to olfactory signal transduction and the perception of specific scents associated with β-Ionone. | ||||||