UBXD5 Activators
UBXD5 activators belong to a specialized class of chemical compounds that have garnered attention in the field of molecular biology and genetics. These compounds are meticulously designed to modulate the activity of UBXD5, a protein-coding gene with diverse roles in various cellular processes. UBXD5, or Ubiquitin Regulatory X Domain-Containing Protein 5, is characterized by the presence of a ubiquitin regulatory X (UBX) domain, which is known for its involvement in protein-protein interactions, particularly with the ubiquitin-proteasome system. UBXD5 activators function by targeting specific regulatory elements within the UBXD5 gene, often located in promoter or enhancer regions, with the primary aim of enhancing its transcription and subsequent translation into functional protein products.
The mechanisms through which UBXD5 activators exert their effects may vary, but their core purpose is to act as molecular switches, amplifying the activity of UBXD5. Researchers are continually exploring the potential applications and implications of UBXD5 activation, aiming to deepen our understanding of how this gene contributes to cellular processes, particularly in the context of the ubiquitin-proteasome system and its roles in protein degradation and quality control. This class of compounds holds promise for advancing our knowledge of gene regulation, specifically within the realm of UBX domain-containing proteins, offering insights into the intricate mechanisms that govern cellular processes and the significance of UBXD5 in various biological contexts. UBXD5 activators serve as valuable tools in the ongoing exploration of molecular biology, providing opportunities to uncover the complex roles that UBXD5 plays in cellular functions and protein quality control.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bortezomib | 179324-69-7 | sc-217785 sc-217785A | 2.5 mg 25 mg | $135.00 $1085.00 | 115 | |
Bortezomib, a proteasome inhibitor, might increase protein misfolding stress, potentially upregulating UBXD5 expression as a compensatory response. | ||||||
Tunicamycin | 11089-65-9 | sc-3506A sc-3506 | 5 mg 10 mg | $172.00 $305.00 | 66 | |
Tunicamycin induces ER stress by inhibiting N-linked glycosylation, potentially increasing UBXD5 expression as part of the unfolded protein response (UPR). | ||||||
Thapsigargin | 67526-95-8 | sc-24017 sc-24017A | 1 mg 5 mg | $136.00 $446.00 | 114 | |
Thapsigargin causes ER calcium depletion leading to ER stress, which could enhance the expression of UBXD5 as a component of the UPR. | ||||||
MG-132 [Z-Leu- Leu-Leu-CHO] | 133407-82-6 | sc-201270 sc-201270A sc-201270B | 5 mg 25 mg 100 mg | $60.00 $265.00 $1000.00 | 163 | |
MG132 is a proteasome inhibitor that can induce protein stress, potentially leading to an upregulation of UBXD5 expression. | ||||||
β-Mercaptoethanol | 60-24-2 | sc-202966A sc-202966 | 100 ml 250 ml | $90.00 $120.00 | 10 | |
Beta-mercaptoethanol, another reducing agent, might induce protein misfolding and ER stress, possibly upregulating UBXD5 expression. | ||||||
Sodium arsenite, 0.1N Standardized Solution | 7784-46-5 | sc-301816 | 500 ml | $130.00 | 4 | |
Arsenite can induce cellular stress responses, potentially leading to the upregulation of UBXD5 expression as part of the protective cellular mechanisms. | ||||||
Cadmium chloride, anhydrous | 10108-64-2 | sc-252533 sc-252533A sc-252533B | 10 g 50 g 500 g | $56.00 $183.00 $352.00 | 1 | |
Cadmium exposure triggers various cellular stress pathways, which might enhance UBXD5 expression to mitigate protein misfolding. | ||||||
Zinc | 7440-66-6 | sc-213177 | 100 g | $48.00 | ||
Zinc sulfate can affect cellular homeostasis and may influence stress response pathways, potentially increasing the expression of UBXD5. | ||||||
Hydrogen Peroxide | 7722-84-1 | sc-203336 sc-203336A sc-203336B | 100 ml 500 ml 3.8 L | $31.00 $61.00 $95.00 | 28 | |
Hydrogen peroxide induces oxidative stress, which can lead to an upregulation of UBXD5 expression as the cell responds to protein damage. | ||||||