ERK Activator

Brophenexin (compound 8) is a potent NMDAR/TRPM4 interaction interface inhibitor. Brophenexin shows neuroprotective activity. Brophenexin prevents NMDA-induced cell death and mitochondrial dysfunction in hippocampal neurons, with an IC₅₀ of 2.1 μM. Brophenexin protects mice from MCAO-induced brain damage and NMDA-induced retinal ganglion cell loss.

Ganglioside GQ1b (​Tetrasialoganglioside GQ1b) (bovine) sodium is a central and peripheral nervous system ganglioside and an immunostimulator. Ganglioside GQ1b (bovine) sodium modulates NMDA receptor signaling via ERK1/2, PKA, CREB, NR2A, NR2B, and GSK3β, and increases BDNF expression. Ganglioside GQ1b (bovine) sodium reduces Aβ pathology, tau phosphorylation, and APP levels. Ganglioside GQ1b (bovine) sodium can be used for the research of Alzheimer’s disease.

4-Methylbenzylidene camphor (4-MBC) is an endocrine disrupter that produces estrogen-like effects. 4-Methylbenzylidene camphor decreases the proliferation of human trophoblast cells and induces apoptosis. 4-Methylbenzylidene camphor activates PI3K/AKT and ERK1/2 signaling pathways and elevates intracellular ROS production. 4-Methylbenzylidene camphor is a ultraviolet (UV) filter and may hamper normal placental formation during early pregnancy.

Recoflavone (DA-6034 (free acid)), a synthetic derivative of the flavonoid Eupatilin (HY-N0783), is orally active. Recoflavone can inhibit the NF-κB pathway and induce [Ca(²⁺)]_i increase in epithelial cells. Recoflavone exhibits activities such as anti-inflammation, anti-tumor effects, protection of gastric and intestinal mucosa, and promotion of secretion in the ocular surface and salivary glands. Recoflavone can be used for the research of diseases such as dry eye, gastric injury, and intestinal injury.

Perfluoroundecanoic acid is a perfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS). Perfluoroundecanoic acid is an orally active oxidative stress inducer. Perfluoroundecanoic acid promotes macrophage M2 polarization, activates Wnt/β-catenin signaling and enhances β-catenin nuclear accumulation. Perfluoroundecanoic acid -induced M2 phenotype macrophage accelerates tumor progression in vitro and in vivo. Perfluoroundecanoic acid induces DNA damage, reproductive and pathophysiological dysfunctions via oxidative stress in male Swiss mice. Perfluoroundecanoic acid inhibits Leydig cell development in pubertal male rats via inducing oxidative stress and autophagy. Perfluoroundecanoic acid accelerates insulitis development in a mouse model of type 1 diabetes. Perfluoroundecanoic acid can be used for the study of ovarian cancer, type 1 diabetes and inflammation.

Omzirafenib (LUT014) is a topical inhibitor targeting BRAF that cannot pass through the blood-brain barrier. Omzirafenib inhibits BRAF kinase and abnormally activates the MAPK/ERK signaling pathway, promoting the proliferation of epidermal keratinocytes, repairing skin barrier damage caused by radiation damage, and alleviating inflammatory responses. Omzirafenib is independent of RAS signaling and accelerates the repair and regeneration of damaged skin cells. Omzirafenib can be used to study radiation dermatitis, especially skin damage caused by breast cancer radiotherapy.

Molibresib besylate (GSK 525762C; I-BET 762 besylate) is an orally active pan-BET inhibitor that targets and binds to BRD2, BRD3, BRD4 and BRDT. By competitively occupying acetylated lysine binding sites, Molibresib besylate disrupts the interaction between BET proteins and chromatin, thereby effectively inhibiting MYC expression and target gene transcription. Molibresib besylate exhibits broad antiproliferative activity, which not only inhibits cancer cell growth and induces growth arrest, but also downregulates mitosis-related genes and upregulates the level of p-ERK1/2. When combined with MEK inhibitors, Molibresib besylate shows a significant synergistic effect, reduces tumor burden in mouse models of leukemia, modulates the immune microenvironment and prolongs survival. Molibresib besylate is widely applicable to research related to acute myeloid leukemia, multiple myeloma, triple-negative breast cancer, small-cell lung cancer and various advanced refractory solid tumors.

Linderane is an orally active natural sesquiterpene lactone with blood-brain barrier permeability. Linderane indirectly activates PDE3 by activating ERK/STAT3, thereby inhibiting the cAMP/PKA/CREB signaling pathway and hepatic gluconeogenesis. Linderane protects pancreatic β cells against oxidative damage by inhibiting the activation of the p38 MAPK pathway and activating the Nrf2 pathway. Linderane inhibits cell apoptosis and ameliorates intestinal mucosal inflammation by suppressing the IL-6/JAK/STAT3 signaling pathway. Linderane reduces pain sensitivity and alleviates anxiety-like behaviors by activating cannabinoid receptor 2 (CB2R). Linderane can be used in studies related to type 2 diabetes, ulcerative colitis, and chronic inflammatory pain with anxiety.

FZ1 peptide is a cyclic heptapeptide and also an integrin αvβ3 agonist. FZ1 peptide activates the FAK/PI3K-AKT/ERK pathway and upregulates VEGFC to promote angiogenesis. FZ1 peptide exhibits antibacterial activity in extracts of HA-c-FZ1 hydrogel; it inhibits LPS-induced proinflammatory cytokine secretion in RAW264.7 macrophages; it reduces H₂O₂-induced ROS levels; it increases the healing rate of scratch wounds. FZ1 peptide can be used in studies related to diabetic skin wounds.

Fulipiftide (PSP 29-mer) is a short peptide derived from pigment epithelium-derived factor (PEDF). Fulipiftide induces the phosphorylation of ERK2 and STAT3, enriches tendon stem/progenitor cell markers, maintains cell stemness, promotes colony formation and niche expansion, and drives cell infiltration into injured tendons. Fulipiftide promotes the oriented formation of collagen fibers, regulates collagen deposition, and reduces inflammatory cell infiltration and neovascularization. Fulipiftide can be used in studies related to acute tendon injury.

CDPPB is a selective, orally active and brain-penetrant mGluR5 allosteric modulator. CDPPB increases AKT and ERK1/2 activation and augments the BDNF mRNA. CDPPB inhibits caspase-3 activation and mitochondrial dysfunction. CDPPB improves cognitive impairment, depression, and Huntington's disease.

Endothelin-1 (1-31) (Human) is a potent vasoconstrictor and hypertensive agent. Endothelin-1 (1-31) (Human) is derived from the selective hydrolysis of big ET-1 by chymase.

Meptyldinocap (2,4-DNOPC) is a fungicide and cytotoxic agent that acts against powdery mildew. Meptyldinocap upregulates the phosphorylation levels of ERK1/2, JNK and p38. Meptyldinocap induces apoptosis and endoplasmic reticulum stress, disrupts calcium homeostasis, inhibits cell proliferation and migration, downregulates the expression of proliferation- and pregnancy-related genes, and triggers mitochondrial dysfunction. Meptyldinocap can be used in studies related to powdery mildew and implantation failure.

Rapastinel (GLYX-13) Trifluoroacetate is a potent NMDAR modulator capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier, and it exhibits extremely high affinity for human NMDAR (EC₅₀=0.0017-9.9 nM). Rapastinel Trifluoroacetate enhances ERK signaling and activates the mTOR pathway, thereby upregulating the expression of BDNF and VGF, and inducing significant neuroplastic changes such as enhanced LTP and increased mature dendritic spine density in the hippocampus. Rapastinel Trifluoroacetate moderately elevates the efflux of dopamine, norepinephrine and 5-HT in the prefrontal cortex, and uniquely avoids side effects of traditional antidepressants such as dissociation, addiction or sedation. Rapastinel Trifluoroacetate is applicable to the research of major depressive disorder and hepatocellular carcinoma.

TBHQ (Standard) is the analytical standard of TBHQ. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. TBHQ (tert-Butylhydroquinone) is a widely used Nrf2 activator, protects against Doxorubicin (DOX)-induced cardiotoxicity through activation of Nrf2. TBHQ (tert-Butylhydroquinone) is also an ERK activator; rescues Dehydrocorydaline (DHC)-induced cell proliferation inhibitionin melanoma.

Phosphocreatine (disodium hydrate) is an organic compound found in vertebrate skeletal muscles. Phosphocreatine (disodium hydrate) enhances antioxidant activity, and activates the TAK1 pathway to protect the heart. Phosphocreatine (disodium hydrate) normalizing mitochondrial function and reducing oxidative stress via Akt mediated Nrf2/HO-1 pathway. Phosphocreatine (disodium hydrate) Phosphocreatine (disodium hydrate) provides renal protection by suppressing Apoptosis and ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species) generation through ERK mediated mediated Nrf-2/HO-1 pathway..

TCB-32 (Compound I-1) hydrochloride is a FGFR1 agonist with an EC₅₀ of 0.88  μM. TCB-32 hydrochloride significantly increases cell proliferation through activating FGFR1 signaling pathway as bFGF and its downstream ERK1/2 with excellent thermal stability. TCB-32 hydrochloride can replace bFGF in serum-free cell culture media. TCB-32 hydrochloride can be used for tissue repair and wound healing related diseases like psoriasis and eczema research.

Nocardamine (Desferrioxamine E; Nocardamin) is a cyclic trihydroxamate siderophore with iron ion chelation, antioxidant, antibacterial and other activities. Nocardamine is synthesized by Pseudomonas stutzeri under iron-deficient conditions, and excessive iron ions significantly inhibit its biosynthesis process. Nocardamine increases the level of phosphorylated ERK protein, promotes nuclear translocation of β-catenin, and restores the downregulated expression of SIRT1 protein. Nocardamine alleviates cellular oxidative stress, reduces ROS content, and simultaneously repairs the ability to form mineralized nodules and the expression of osteogenic markers. Nocardamine induces FoxA gene transcription and protein expression to assist Pseudomonas aeruginosa in iron ion uptake; it also selectively inhibits the proliferation of mycobacteria. Nocardamine induces spindle-shaped morphological changes in BM-N4 insect cells, and sufficient iron ions inhibit this cellular morphological change. Nocardamine is suitable for research related to bacterial infections.

Pizotifen (Pizotyline) is a 5-HT₂ receptor antagonist. Pizotifen inhibits the Wnt/β-catenin-EMT signaling pathway and induces mitochondria-mediated Apoptosis. Pizotifen causes transient ERK1/2 phosphorylation and restores ATP. Pizotifen blocks Serotonin (HY-B1473A)-mediated platelet activation, inhibits Serotonin-enhanced ADP-induced platelet aggregation, and prolongs carotid artery occlusion and tail bleeding time. Pizotifen exhibits anticancer activity against gastric cancer and colon cancer. Pizotifen exerts neuroprotective effects in the striatum of R6/2 mice. Pizotifen can be used for research on gastric cancer, colon cancer, Huntington's disease, metastasis, and thromboembolic diseases.

DMU-212 is a methylated derivative of Resveratrol (HY-16561), with antimitotic, anti-proliferative, antioxidant and apoptosis promoting activities. DMU-212 induces mitotic arrest via induction of apoptosis and activation of ERK1/2 protein. DMU-212 has orally active.