OR2AK2 Activators
OR2AK2 Activators constitute a class of chemical compounds that have been identified for their capacity to modulate the activity of the OR2AK2 gene. OR2AK2 is a member of the odorant receptor gene family, which plays a pivotal role in the sense of smell and olfaction. Activators of OR2AK2 are molecules that possess the ability to either enhance the expression of the OR2AK2 gene or potentiate its biological activity within olfactory sensory neurons. These compounds serve as essential tools for researchers seeking to unravel the biological significance of OR2AK2 and its role in detecting specific odorants in the environment.
The mechanisms underlying how OR2AK2 activators exert their effects are still a subject of ongoing scientific research. These molecules may act at the transcriptional or post-transcriptional level, potentially influencing the production of OR2AK2 protein or modifying its interactions with other cellular components involved in olfactory signal transduction. By manipulating OR2AK2 activity, researchers aim to decipher its biological functions, which include recognizing and responding to specific odorants. Investigating OR2AK2 activators offers the potential to provide insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying olfactory perception, contributing to a deeper understanding of how the olfactory system functions and potentially leading to novel discoveries in the fields of sensory biology and molecular neuroscience.
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Cholecalciferol | 67-97-0 | sc-205630 sc-205630A sc-205630B | 1 g 5 g 10 g | $71.00 $163.00 $296.00 | 2 | |
Vitamin D3 can modulate gene expression through the vitamin D receptor, which may indirectly influence diverse genes. | ||||||
Bisphenol A | 80-05-7 | sc-391751 sc-391751A | 100 mg 10 g | $300.00 $490.00 | 5 | |
Bisphenol A is known to interact with various signaling pathways and could potentially affect gene expression. | ||||||
Caffeine | 58-08-2 | sc-202514 sc-202514A sc-202514B sc-202514C sc-202514D | 50 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg 5 kg | $33.00 $67.00 $97.00 $192.00 $775.00 | 13 | |
Caffeine inhibits phosphodiesterases, potentially leading to increased cAMP levels and altered gene expression. | ||||||
Tetracycline | 60-54-8 | sc-205858 sc-205858A sc-205858B sc-205858C sc-205858D | 10 g 25 g 100 g 500 g 1 kg | $63.00 $94.00 $270.00 $417.00 $634.00 | 6 | |
Tetracycline can bind to ribosomal units in bacteria but may non-specifically affect eukaryotic gene expression. | ||||||
Indole-3-carbinol | 700-06-1 | sc-202662 sc-202662A sc-202662B sc-202662C sc-202662D | 1 g 5 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg | $39.00 $61.00 $146.00 $312.00 $1032.00 | 5 | |
Indole-3-carbinol modulates various signaling pathways involved in gene transcription. | ||||||
Thapsigargin | 67526-95-8 | sc-24017 sc-24017A | 1 mg 5 mg | $136.00 $446.00 | 114 | |
Thapsigargin raises intracellular calcium levels, which could affect calcium-dependent transcription factors. | ||||||
Phloretin | 60-82-2 | sc-3548 sc-3548A | 200 mg 1 g | $64.00 $255.00 | 13 | |
Phloretin influences cell signaling and permeability, potentially affecting gene expression. | ||||||
Capsaicin | 404-86-4 | sc-3577 sc-3577C sc-3577D sc-3577A | 50 mg 250 mg 500 mg 1 g | $96.00 $160.00 $240.00 $405.00 | 26 | |
Capsaicin activates the TRPV1 receptor and may influence signaling pathways associated with gene expression. | ||||||
Zinc | 7440-66-6 | sc-213177 | 100 g | $48.00 | ||
Zinc is a cofactor for many DNA-binding proteins and may influence their activity and gene expression. | ||||||
Methotrexate | 59-05-2 | sc-3507 sc-3507A | 100 mg 500 mg | $94.00 $213.00 | 33 | |
Methotrexate is a folate analog that can impact methylation processes and potentially gene expression. | ||||||