Date published: 2025-9-12

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S100A7A Activators

S100A7A Activators would be a category of agents that specifically induce the activation or upregulation of the S100A7A protein, a member of the S100 protein family characterized by two distinct EF-hand calcium-binding motifs. Proteins in the S100 family are involved in a range of intracellular and extracellular functions through their role in calcium signaling pathways, and they are known to interact with other proteins to modulate various biological processes including cell cycle progression and differentiation. Activators of S100A7A could act by enhancing the binding affinity of S100A7A to calcium, thereby promoting its active configuration, or by facilitating its interaction with other proteins and ligands. They might also increase the expression levels of the S100A7A gene, leading to a higher concentration of the protein in cells. The molecular structures of S100A7A activators would likely be diverse, potentially encompassing organic molecules that mimic natural binding partners or compounds that interact with regulatory regions of the S100A7A gene to modulate its expression.

Understanding the activation mechanisms of S100A7A requires comprehensive research utilizing various biochemical and molecular biology techniques. To identify possible activators, scientists would develop assays capable of quantitatively measuring the activity of S100A7A, possibly through its interaction with target proteins or through changes in intracellular calcium levels. High-throughput screening of chemical libraries could reveal candidate molecules that increase S100A7A activity. Following discovery, these molecules would undergo further testing to confirm their specificity and to determine the kinetics and dynamics of activation. Detailed studies might include the use of isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC) to measure the thermodynamics of binding events, or Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) to observe real-time interactions within cells. Additionally, elucidating the structure of S100A7A in complex with activators could be achieved using techniques such as X-ray crystallography or nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, providing insights into the molecular basis of activation. This would contribute to a deeper understanding of the function of S100A7A within the context of cellular signaling and regulation.

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1α,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D3

32222-06-3sc-202877B
sc-202877A
sc-202877C
sc-202877D
sc-202877
50 µg
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
100 µg
$325.00
$632.00
$1428.00
$2450.00
$400.00
32
(2)

This active form of vitamin D can modulate immune responses and may induce S100A7A expression as part of the skin's defense mechanism.

Calcipotriol

112965-21-6sc-203537
sc-203537A
10 mg
50 mg
$199.00
$816.00
4
(1)

A vitamin D analog that may affect skin cell differentiation and proliferation, potentially influencing S100A7A expression.

Tazarotene

118292-40-3sc-220193
10 mg
$103.00
(0)

A retinoid that affects skin cell growth and differentiation, which could lead to increased expression of S100A7A in affected skin cells.

Retinoic Acid, all trans

302-79-4sc-200898
sc-200898A
sc-200898B
sc-200898C
500 mg
5 g
10 g
100 g
$65.00
$319.00
$575.00
$998.00
28
(1)

An active metabolite of vitamin A that regulates gene transcription and may upregulate S100A7A expression during skin differentiation.

Hydrocortisone

50-23-7sc-300810
5 g
$100.00
6
(1)

As a glucocorticoid, it can influence inflammatory responses and might induce S100A7A expression as part of the skin's response to stress.

Methotrexate

59-05-2sc-3507
sc-3507A
100 mg
500 mg
$92.00
$209.00
33
(5)

An antimetabolite that can modulate the immune system, potentially leading to alterations in S100A7A expression.

Apigenin

520-36-5sc-3529
sc-3529A
sc-3529B
sc-3529C
sc-3529D
sc-3529E
sc-3529F
5 mg
100 mg
1 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
1 kg
$32.00
$210.00
$720.00
$1128.00
$2302.00
$3066.00
$5106.00
22
(1)

A flavonoid that may modulate various signaling pathways, potentially affecting the expression of S100A7A in skin cells.

Quercetin

117-39-5sc-206089
sc-206089A
sc-206089E
sc-206089C
sc-206089D
sc-206089B
100 mg
500 mg
100 g
250 g
1 kg
25 g
$11.00
$17.00
$108.00
$245.00
$918.00
$49.00
33
(2)

Another flavonoid known to have anti-inflammatory properties, which could theoretically influence S100A7A expression.

Indirubin

479-41-4sc-201531
sc-201531A
5 mg
25 mg
$112.00
$515.00
4
(1)

A component of traditional Chinese medicine that may inhibit cell proliferation and affect gene expression, including possibly S100A7A.

Hesperidin

520-26-3sc-205711
sc-205711A
25 g
100 g
$80.00
$200.00
5
(1)

A flavanone glycoside with antioxidant properties, which could influence inflammatory processes and S100A7A expression.