Progerin inhibitors comprise a diverse group of compounds intricately designed to modulate the activity of progerin, a mutant form of the lamin A protein associated with premature aging disorders such as Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS). These inhibitors are meticulously crafted through an interplay of molecular insights and mechanistic understanding, often employing advanced techniques such as computational modeling, high-throughput screening, and chemical synthesis. The primary objective is to engineer compounds with precision to selectively target progerin, influencing its formation and accumulation.
By targeting progerin, these inhibitors offer essential tools for unraveling the intricate mechanisms that contribute to premature aging and cellular dysfunction. The exploration of progerin inhibitors contributes to a deeper understanding of the finely tuned interactions within the molecular processes underlying aging-related conditions, shedding light on the nuanced dynamics that govern protein misfolding and its implications in cellular health.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lonafarnib | 193275-84-2 | sc-482730 sc-482730A | 5 mg 10 mg | $173.00 $234.00 | ||
An experimental compound, lonafarnib has been studied for its potential inhibitory effects on farnesylation, a post-translational modification that contributes to progerin formation. | ||||||
Pravastatin, Sodium Salt | 81131-70-6 | sc-203218 sc-203218A sc-203218B | 25 mg 100 mg 1 g | $69.00 $162.00 $787.00 | 2 | |
This cholesterol-lowering agent in research has been explored for its interactions with farnesyltransferase, an enzyme involved in progerin formation. | ||||||
Rapamycin | 53123-88-9 | sc-3504 sc-3504A sc-3504B | 1 mg 5 mg 25 mg | $63.00 $158.00 $326.00 | 233 | |
This immunosuppressive drug has been studied for its potential effects on progerin accumulation and its impact on cellular aging. | ||||||
Farnesyl thiosalicylic acid | 162520-00-5 | sc-205322 sc-205322A | 1 mg 5 mg | $61.00 $82.00 | 15 | |
This experimental compound has been studied for its potential to inhibit farnesylation and reduce progerin levels. | ||||||
Manumycin A | 52665-74-4 | sc-200857 sc-200857A | 1 mg 5 mg | $219.00 $634.00 | 5 | |
An antibiotic, manumycin A has been investigated for its potential inhibitory effects on farnesylation and progerin production. | ||||||
Everolimus | 159351-69-6 | sc-218452 sc-218452A | 5 mg 50 mg | $131.00 $651.00 | 7 | |
This agent in research, similar to rapamycin, has been explored for its potential effects on progerin accumulation and cellular aging. | ||||||
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 | $37.00 $69.00 $109.00 $218.00 $239.00 $879.00 $1968.00 | 47 | |
This natural compound found in turmeric has been studied for its potential to modulate progerin levels and its impact on cellular aging. | ||||||