Date published: 2026-3-3

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SH3GL3 Activators

SH3GL3, also known as SH3 domain-containing GRB2-like 3, is a protein that has captured the interest of the scientific community due to its integral role in the complex process of endocytosis. This protein is part of the larger endophilin family and is specifically involved in synaptic vesicle trafficking-a critical component of synaptic transmission and plasticity. SH3GL3 is characterized by the presence of a Src homology 3 (SH3) domain, which primarily binds to proline-rich motifs in other proteins, thus influencing a variety of cellular functions. Research into SH3GL3 has revealed its participation in the intricate networks that govern the internalization of cell-surface receptors and the dynamic recycling of synaptic vesicles, which are pivotal for neuronal communication and the maintenance of synaptic strength.

The expression of SH3GL3 can be influenced by various chemical compounds, which are often used in research to elucidate the pathways and regulatory mechanisms that control protein levels within cells. Certain naturally occurring compounds, such as resveratrol, are hypothesized to upregulate SH3GL3 by engaging with signaling pathways involved in cellular defense and stress responses. Similarly, forskolin, which is known to increase intracellular cAMP, might stimulate the expression of SH3GL3 through the activation of the cAMP response element-binding protein (CREB), a transcription factor that plays a key role in neuronal plasticity. Other compounds, like sodium butyrate, may enhance the expression by remodeling chromatin structure, thereby making the genetic loci associated with SH3GL3 more accessible for transcription. Moreover, molecules such as retinoic acid and vitamin D3 could potentially increase SH3GL3 expression through their respective receptor-mediated signaling pathways, which are known to have roles in cellular differentiation and proliferation. While the direct effects of these compounds on SH3GL3 expression are subject to ongoing research, they provide valuable tools for exploring the molecular mechanisms that underlie the regulation of proteins critical for synaptic function.

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Resveratrol

501-36-0sc-200808
sc-200808A
sc-200808B
100 mg
500 mg
5 g
$80.00
$220.00
$460.00
64
(2)

Resveratrol may upregulate SH3GL3 by activating sirtuin pathways, which in turn may initiate transcriptional changes in the cell, fostering an environment conducive to the expression of genes involved in synaptic function.

Lithium

7439-93-2sc-252954
50 g
$214.00
(0)

Lithium chloride could enhance SH3GL3 production by inhibiting glycogen synthase kinase 3 beta (GSK-3β), a kinase implicated in the development of neuronal cells, potentially leading to an upswing in gene transcription related to neurogenesis.

Sodium Butyrate

156-54-7sc-202341
sc-202341B
sc-202341A
sc-202341C
250 mg
5 g
25 g
500 g
$31.00
$47.00
$84.00
$222.00
19
(3)

Sodium butyrate may promote SH3GL3 expression by inhibiting histone deacetylases, thus loosening chromatin structure and enabling transcription factors to access DNA more readily, thereby initiating the transcription of neuronal genes such as SH3GL3.

Forskolin

66575-29-9sc-3562
sc-3562A
sc-3562B
sc-3562C
sc-3562D
5 mg
50 mg
1 g
2 g
5 g
$78.00
$153.00
$740.00
$1413.00
$2091.00
73
(3)

Forskolin might stimulate SH3GL3 expression by raising cyclic AMP (cAMP) levels, which in turn can activate protein kinase A (PKA) and the transcription factor CREB, culminating in enhanced transcription of genes implicated in synaptic plasticity.

Retinoic Acid, all trans

302-79-4sc-200898
sc-200898A
sc-200898B
sc-200898C
500 mg
5 g
10 g
100 g
$66.00
$325.00
$587.00
$1018.00
28
(1)

Retinoic acid could increase SH3GL3 expression by binding to retinoic acid receptors, which may then bind to retinoic acid response elements in gene promoters, such as those associated with neuronal differentiation and synaptic plasticity.

(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate

989-51-5sc-200802
sc-200802A
sc-200802B
sc-200802C
sc-200802D
sc-200802E
10 mg
50 mg
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
10 g
$43.00
$73.00
$126.00
$243.00
$530.00
$1259.00
11
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Epigallocatechin Gallate might stimulate SH3GL3 transcription by engaging the NF-κB pathway, which can prompt the initiation of genetic programs associated with neuroprotection and anti-inflammatory responses within neural tissues.

Curcumin

458-37-7sc-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
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Curcumin may upregulate SH3GL3 through its antioxidative properties that can activate transcription factors like Nrf2, potentially leading to an increased expression of genes that support neuronal survival and function.

D,L-Sulforaphane

4478-93-7sc-207495A
sc-207495B
sc-207495C
sc-207495
sc-207495E
sc-207495D
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
1 g
10 g
250 mg
$153.00
$292.00
$489.00
$1325.00
$8465.00
$933.00
22
(1)

DL-Sulforaphane could stimulate the expression of SH3GL3 by activating the Nrf2 pathway, which is known to trigger the transcription of genes involved in cellular defense mechanisms, potentially extending to those affecting synaptic vesicle trafficking.

Metformin

657-24-9sc-507370
10 mg
$79.00
2
(0)

Metformin might increase SH3GL3 levels by activating AMPK, which can promote transcriptional adaptations in the cell to enhance energy efficiency and may inadvertently upregulate genes related to synaptic maintenance.

Pioglitazone

111025-46-8sc-202289
sc-202289A
1 mg
5 mg
$55.00
$125.00
13
(1)

Pioglitazone could upregulate SH3GL3 by engaging PPAR-γ, a nuclear receptor that, upon activation, may enhance the transcription of genes involved in lipid metabolism and energy homeostasis, with possible overlap with neuronal signaling genes.