S-(2-Thiazolyl)-L-cysteine (CAS 405150-20-1)

S-(2-Thiazolyl)-L-cysteine, a derivative of the amino acid cysteine featuring a thiazolyl group, is a compound of interest in biochemical research due to its unique sulfur-containing heterocyclic structure. This structure enables it to participate in various biochemical reactions, particularly those involving the formation and breaking of disulfide bonds. Its role in research often revolves around studying protein folding and stability, as the thiazolyl group can mimic certain physiological conditions and interactions between proteins and other molecules. Additionally, S-(2-Thiazolyl)-L-cysteine′s reactivity with electrophilic species makes it useful in the study of mechanisms underlying oxidative stress and the cellular response to it. The compound′s ability to act as a nucleophile in thiol-disulfide exchange reactions is for understanding the dynamics of cellular redox states and the regulation of enzyme activity, further highlighting its importance in exploratory biochemistry and molecular biology.