Date published: 2025-10-15

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Plk Inhibitors

Plk, or Polo-like kinase, is a pivotal regulator of cell cycle progression and cellular proliferation, crucial for maintaining genomic stability and ensuring accurate cell division. Its multifaceted role encompasses the coordination of key processes such as centrosome maturation, spindle assembly, chromosome segregation, and cytokinesis. Dysregulation of Plk activity has been implicated in various pathological conditions, including cancer, where aberrant Plk expression or function can contribute to uncontrolled cell growth and tumor progression. Inhibition of Plk activity offers a promising avenue for understanding cellular processes with dysregulated cell division. Various strategies have been devised to inhibit Plk function, including the development of small molecule inhibitors and peptide-based approaches. These inhibitors typically target critical domains of Plk involved in catalytic activity or protein-protein interactions, effectively disrupting its ability to phosphorylate substrates and execute its regulatory functions. By elucidating the mechanisms of Plk inhibition, researchers aim to gain insights into fundamental cellular processes.

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Polo-like Kinase Inhibitor III

660868-91-7sc-203202
500 µg
$107.00
1
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Polo-like kinase inhibitors, such as Polo-like Kinase Inhibitor III, work by targeting and inhibiting the activity of polo-like kinases (PLKs). PLKs are a family of serine/threonine protein kinases that play a crucial role in cell division and cell cycle progression. By inhibiting PLKs, Polo-like Kinase Inhibitor III disrupts the normal cell cycle progression, leading to cell cycle arrest and inhibition of cell proliferation.

GSK461364

929095-18-1sc-364504
sc-364504A
10 mg
50 mg
$500.00
$1540.00
(0)

GSK461364 is a small molecule inhibitor that targets PLK (Polo-like kinase) by binding to the ATP-binding pocket of the kinase's active site. By occupying this site, GSK461364 prevents the transfer of phosphate groups to substrates, effectively inhibiting PLK's catalytic activity. As a consequence, the normal cell cycle progression and mitotic processes in cancer cells are disrupted, leading to impaired cell division and potential cell death.

HMN-214

173529-46-9sc-364507
sc-364507A
5 mg
50 mg
$255.00
$1455.00
(0)

HMN-214 is a selective PLK1 (Polo-like kinase 1) inhibitor. It functions by directly binding to the ATP-binding pocket of PLK1, thus inhibiting its kinase activity. PLK1 is a critical regulator of the cell cycle, especially during mitosis. By blocking its activity, HMN-214 disrupts the orderly progression of mitosis in cancer cells, leading to cell cycle arrest and ultimately, cell death.

A66

1166227-08-2sc-364394
sc-364394A
5 mg
50 mg
$255.00
$1455.00
(0)

A66 functions as a Plk, distinguished by its capacity to disrupt typical phosphorylation cascades through targeted interactions with mitotic substrates. Its unique structural motifs enable it to stabilize transient protein complexes, thereby influencing cell cycle checkpoints. The compound exhibits a remarkable affinity for specific amino acid residues, which accelerates its reaction kinetics. Additionally, A66's selective reactivity with various cellular components highlights its role in modulating intricate signaling networks.

AZD6482

1173900-33-8sc-364422
sc-364422A
5 mg
10 mg
$275.00
$390.00
1
(0)

AZD6482 is a selective PLK1 inhibitor designed to target the ATP-binding site of the kinase. When AZD6482 interacts with PLK1, it disrupts the kinase's ability to phosphorylate substrates, affecting the regulation of cell cycle progression and mitotic processes. As a result, AZD6482 induces cell cycle arrest and interferes with mitotic spindle formation in cancer cells, potentially leading to their death.