PMPCA Activators
PMPCA activators are a specialized class of compounds that engage with the mitochondrial processing peptidase (MPP) complex, of which PMPCA is a critical subunit. PMPCA, encoded by the PMPCA gene, is an alpha subunit of this complex that plays a pivotal role in the maturation of mitochondrial proteins. These proteins, synthesized as precursors in the cytosol, are transported to the mitochondria where PMPCA, in tandem with the beta subunit, cleaves their targeting sequences, facilitating their proper folding and functional integration into mitochondrial processes. The activators of PMPCA are therefore integral in enhancing mitochondrial function and efficiency. They accomplish this by stabilizing the PMPCA subunit or by augmenting its peptidase activity, ensuring that precursor proteins are promptly and accurately processed. Some activators achieve this by binding to allosteric sites, inducing a conformational change that results in increased catalytic activity. Others may work by interacting with the substrate proteins, rendering them more amenable to cleavage by PMPCA. As a result, these activators support the maintenance of mitochondrial integrity and contribute to the overall cellular energy homeostasis.
The chemical compounds classified as PMPCA activators are diverse in structure and function, yet they share the commonality of targeting the MPP complex. The specificity of these activators lies in their ability to bind directly to the PMPCA subunit or to related regulatory proteins within the mitochondrial matrix, thereby ensuring the expedited processing of mitochondrial preproteins. This swift processing is crucial for the maintenance of mitochondrial dynamics, including processes such as oxidative phosphorylation, which is central to ATP production. By enhancing the functionality of PMPCA, these activators indirectly support the energy demands of the cell and the functionality of mitochondrial-dependent metabolic pathways. Notably, their mode of action does not involve the upregulation of PMPCA expression at the transcriptional or translational level; rather, their impact is exerted post-translationally on the existing enzymatic machinery. This distinction is critical as it underscores the direct influence these compounds have on the enzyme's activity rather than on its abundance within the cell.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Forskolin | 66575-29-9 | sc-3562 sc-3562A sc-3562B sc-3562C sc-3562D | 5 mg 50 mg 1 g 2 g 5 g | $76.00 $150.00 $725.00 $1385.00 $2050.00 | 73 | |
Forskolin increases intracellular cAMP levels, which in turn can activate PKA. PKA is known to phosphorylate many substrates that can alter protein function. In the case of PMPCA, increased PKA activity could enhance its peptidase activity, as phosphorylation events can change enzyme conformations and activities. | ||||||
(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate | 989-51-5 | sc-200802 sc-200802A sc-200802B sc-200802C sc-200802D sc-200802E | 10 mg 50 mg 100 mg 500 mg 1 g 10 g | $42.00 $72.00 $124.00 $238.00 $520.00 $1234.00 | 11 | |
EGCG is a known inhibitor of a broad range of kinases. By inhibiting competitive kinases, EGCG may increase the availability of substrates for PMPCA, thus enhancing its enzymatic activity. | ||||||
IBMX | 28822-58-4 | sc-201188 sc-201188B sc-201188A | 200 mg 500 mg 1 g | $159.00 $315.00 $598.00 | 34 | |
IBMX is a non-specific inhibitor of phosphodiesterases, which prevents cAMP and cGMP degradation, leading to their accumulation. The increase in these cyclic nucleotides can enhance the activity of kinases such as PKA and PKG, which may then indirectly enhance PMPCA activity. | ||||||
Curcumin | 458-37-7 | sc-200509 sc-200509A sc-200509B sc-200509C sc-200509D sc-200509F sc-200509E | 1 g 5 g 25 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg 2.5 kg | $36.00 $68.00 $107.00 $214.00 $234.00 $862.00 $1968.00 | 47 | |
Curcumin is known to modulate various signal transduction pathways, including the inhibition of certain protein kinases. This may reduce phosphorylation on inhibitory sites of proteins or pathways that regulate PMPCA activity, resulting in an enhanced function of PMPCA. | ||||||
Resveratrol | 501-36-0 | sc-200808 sc-200808A sc-200808B | 100 mg 500 mg 5 g | $60.00 $185.00 $365.00 | 64 | |
Resveratrol has been shown to activate SIRT1, a deacetylase, which can deacetylate and activate several enzymes and transcription factors. Through SIRT1 activation, the deacetylation state of proteins involved with PMPCA may be altered, potentially enhancing PMPCA activity. | ||||||
Sodium Fluoride | 7681-49-4 | sc-24988A sc-24988 sc-24988B | 5 g 100 g 500 g | $39.00 $45.00 $98.00 | 26 | |
Sodium fluoride is an activator of certain phosphatases by inhibiting other phosphatases. This can lead to an altered phosphorylation state of proteins in pathways involving PMPCA, potentially enhancing its activity. | ||||||
Lithium | 7439-93-2 | sc-252954 | 50 g | $214.00 | ||
Lithium chloride inhibits GSK-3β, a kinase that phosphorylates and inactivates many proteins. By inhibiting GSK-3β, lithium chloride could enhance the activity of PMPCA through increased substrate availability or altered regulatory protein interactions. | ||||||
Isoproterenol Hydrochloride | 51-30-9 | sc-202188 sc-202188A | 100 mg 500 mg | $27.00 $37.00 | 5 | |
Isoproterenol is a β-adrenergic agonist that increases intracellular levels of cAMP, subsequently activating PKA. This may lead to phosphorylation events that enhance PMPCA activity. | ||||||
Rolipram | 61413-54-5 | sc-3563 sc-3563A | 5 mg 50 mg | $75.00 $212.00 | 18 | |
Rolipram is a selective inhibitor of PDE4, which degrades cAMP. By inhibiting PDE4 and increasing cAMP levels, PKA activity can be enhanced, potentially leading to an indirect enhancement of PMPCA activity. | ||||||
Capsaicin | 404-86-4 | sc-3577 sc-3577C sc-3577D sc-3577A | 50 mg 250 mg 500 mg 1 g | $94.00 $173.00 $255.00 $423.00 | 26 | |
Capsaicin activates TRPV1 channels, leading to calcium influx. The increase in intracellular calcium can activate calmodulin-dependent kinases, which may then phosphorylate substrates affecting PMPCA activity. | ||||||