Olfr958 Activators
Olfr958, a member of the olfactory receptor family, plays a pivotal role in our sense of smell. This protein, predominantly located in the olfactory sensory neurons of the nasal epithelium, is part of a complex system responsible for detecting and distinguishing a vast array of odorants in our environment. The primary function of Olfr958 is to recognize specific odor molecules, which triggers a signaling cascade leading to the perception of different scents. These olfactory receptors, including Olfr958, are integral to our ability to detect and interpret the diverse range of odors in our surroundings.
The general mechanisms of activation for Olfr958 involve intricate processes that enable it to respond to various odorants. When an odor molecule, often a volatile chemical compound, comes into contact with the olfactory receptor, it binds to a specific receptor site. This binding event induces a conformational change in the receptor, leading to the activation of intracellular signaling pathways. These pathways, including the cAMP (cyclic adenosine monophosphate) signaling cascade, play a crucial role in transducing the odorant signal into a neural response. Ultimately, this process leads to the generation of electrical signals in the olfactory sensory neurons, which are then transmitted to the brain, where the perception of smell occurs. Overall, Olfr958's function is central to our olfactory system, allowing us to discern a vast range of odors and flavors in our daily lives. The intricate mechanisms of activation, involving specific binding events and intracellular signaling cascades, underscore the complexity of our sense of smell and highlight the remarkable ability of olfactory receptors like Olfr958 to respond to diverse chemical stimuli.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Methyl benzoate | 93-58-3 | sc-215338 sc-215338A | 25 g 500 g | $23.00 $32.00 | ||
Methyl benzoate directly activates Olfr958 by binding to its receptor and triggering intracellular signaling cascades, leading to a functional activation of the protein. | ||||||
3-Ethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde | 121-32-4 | sc-238538 | 100 g | $31.00 | ||
Ethyl vanillin activates Olfr958 indirectly by modulating intracellular calcium levels, enhancing receptor sensitivity, and promoting functional activation of the protein. | ||||||
Isopentyl butyrate | 106-27-4 | sc-269267 | 100 g | $67.00 | ||
Isopentyl butyrate directly activates Olfr958 by binding to its receptor and initiating downstream signaling pathways, leading to functional activation of the protein. | ||||||
Acetophenone | 98-86-2 | sc-239189 | 5 g | $20.00 | ||
Acetophenone directly activates Olfr958 by binding to its receptor and triggering intracellular signaling events, leading to functional activation of the protein. | ||||||
Ethyl propionate | 105-37-3 | sc-214997 sc-214997A | 25 ml 500 ml | $15.00 $39.00 | ||
Ethyl propionate serves as a direct activator for Olfr958, binding to its receptor and initiating a series of intracellular events that result in functional activation of the protein. | ||||||
2-Heptanone | 110-43-0 | sc-238060 | 1 ml | $94.00 | ||
2-Heptanone directly activates Olfr958 by binding to its receptor and initiating downstream signaling pathways, leading to functional activation of the protein. | ||||||
Butyl acetate | 123-86-4 | sc-214637 sc-214637A | 1 ml 5 ml | $20.00 $77.00 | ||
Butyl acetate activates Olfr958 indirectly by modulating intracellular calcium levels, enhancing receptor sensitivity, and promoting functional activation of the protein. | ||||||
Methyl butyrate | 623-42-7 | sc-215339 sc-215339A | 1 kg 5 kg | $95.00 $210.00 | ||
Methyl butyrate indirectly activates Olfr958 by modulating intracellular calcium levels, enhancing receptor sensitivity, and promoting functional activation of the protein. | ||||||