Date published: 2026-4-24

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Ihh Activators

Ihh Activators belong to a class of chemical compounds designed to modulate the activity of Indian Hedgehog (Ihh), a secreted signaling protein and a member of the Hedgehog family of morphogens. Ihh plays a critical role in various aspects of embryonic development, tissue regeneration, and homeostasis. It is a key regulator of cell fate determination, proliferation, and differentiation during development and is involved in the formation and maintenance of various tissues and organs, including bone, cartilage, and the central nervous system. Ihh Activators are synthesized with the intent of selectively interacting with Ihh, influencing its signaling pathway activation, protein stability, or interactions with its receptors and co-factors, although the specific mechanisms can vary among different compounds within this chemical class.

The activation or modulation of Ihh by these compounds can have profound effects on developmental processes and tissue homeostasis. Ihh signaling typically occurs through the binding of Ihh to its cell surface receptors, such as Patched (Ptch) and Smoothened (Smo), leading to the activation of downstream signaling cascades, including the Hedgehog-Gli pathway. This activation influences gene expression and cellular responses that are critical for proper tissue development and maintenance. Ihh Activators enhance or inhibit Ihh signaling, influencing cell fate decisions, tissue growth, and regeneration. Consequently, these activators are valuable research tools for scientists studying developmental biology, tissue regeneration, and the role of Ihh in various biological processes. They allow researchers to investigate how Ihh-mediated signaling pathways affect cell differentiation, tissue formation, and repair. However, it's important to note that the specific mechanisms and outcomes of Ihh activation may vary depending on the context and the particular compound used within this chemical class, given the complexity of developmental processes and tissue-specific responses to Ihh signaling.

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Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

Lithium

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

Lithium chloride may activate the Wnt signaling pathway, which has been shown to intersect with the Ihh signaling pathway in bone and cartilage development.

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 activates adenylate cyclase, leading to increased cAMP levels. Elevated cAMP may enhance Ihh expression by influencing cellular signaling pathways.

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, a derivative of Vitamin A, is known to regulate gene expression. It may impact Ihh expression through its role in embryonic development and cell differentiation.

Parthenolide

20554-84-1sc-3523
sc-3523A
50 mg
250 mg
$81.00
$306.00
32
(2)

Parthenolide, found in feverfew, may modulate the NF-kB pathway, potentially affecting Ihh expression involved in inflammatory responses.

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
47
(1)

Curcumin, a compound in turmeric, may influence Ihh expression through its effects on multiple signaling pathways, including NF-kB and Wnt.

Resveratrol

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

Resveratrol, a compound in grapes, is thought to affect Ihh expression potentially through its action on the SIRT1 pathway and its regulatory role in developmental processes.

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
$110.00
$250.00
$936.00
$50.00
33
(2)

Quercetin may modulate Ihh expression through its antioxidant properties and effects on cellular signaling pathways like MAPK and NF-kB.

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, found in cruciferous vegetables, may influence Ihh expression through its role in detoxification processes and cellular stress response pathways.

Genistein

446-72-0sc-3515
sc-3515A
sc-3515B
sc-3515C
sc-3515D
sc-3515E
sc-3515F
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
5 g
10 g
25 g
100 g
$45.00
$164.00
$200.00
$402.00
$575.00
$981.00
$2031.00
46
(1)

Genistein, a soy isoflavone, might affect Ihh expression by modulating estrogen receptor pathways and interacting with growth factor signaling.

(−)-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
(1)

EGCG, a major component of green tea, may influence Ihh expression through its effects on cellular stress responses and antioxidant pathways.