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MCC-DM1, a complex chemical conjugate, operates through a sophisticated mechanism primarily utilized in cancer research. The core component, DM1, is a potent microtubule inhibitor, derived from maytansine, which disrupts microtubule dynamics by binding to tubulin at the maytansine-binding site. This disruption prevents the assembly of microtubules, an essential process for cell division, thereby selectively inhibiting the proliferation of rapidly dividing cancer cells. The MCC (maleimidocaproyl) linker connects DM1 to antibodies or other targeting molecules, enabling the precise delivery of DM1 to cancer cells. This targeted approach minimizes the impact on normal, healthy cells, enhancing the specificity of cancer research models. The conjugation technology behind MCC-DM1 is pivotal in the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), offering a platform for studying the targeted delivery of cytotoxic agents to cancer cells, elucidating the cellular processes influenced by microtubule inhibition, and exploring the potential of harnessing the body′s immune system to fight cancer.
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Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
MCC-DM1, 0.5 mg | sc-488035 | 0.5 mg | $390.00 | |||
MCC-DM1, 5 mg | sc-488035A | 5 mg | $2800.00 |