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Piericidin A, a potent antibiotic recognized for its capacity to inhibit bacterial and mitochondrial type I NADH-ubiquinone oxidoreductases (Complex I), plays a role in studying mitochondrial functions and dynamics. It acts by impeding the electron transfer process for cellular energy production, specifically targeting NADH dehydrogenase. Piericidin A′s unique mode of action involves blocking the electron transfer by preventing the translocation of protons induced by NADH in the NADH-endogenous ubiquinone reductase reaction. This inhibition is facilitated through its binding near the interface of NUOD and NUOB within Complex I, providing useful for probing the intricate mechanisms of mitochondrial respiration and bioenergetics. Researchers value Piericidin A for its specificity and effectiveness, making it an essential component in the toolkit for studying cellular respiration and its implications in various bioenergetic processes.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Piericidin A, 2 mg | sc-202287 | 2 mg | $291.00 |