MMP-2
MMP-2 (matrix metalloproteinase-2), also known as gelatinase A, is a zinc-dependent extracellular endopeptidase that plays a central role in extracellular matrix remodeling through the degradation of gelatin, type IV collagen, and other basement membrane components[6][7]. Mechanistically, MMP-2 is synthesized as a latent proenzyme and is activated at the cell surface through the MT1-MMP/TIMP-2/pro-MMP-2 activation complex, linking its proteolytic activity to tightly regulated pericellular signaling and matrix turnover[1][2]. Through these functions, MMP-2 contributes to cell migration, tissue remodeling, angiogenesis, and inflammatory regulation, making it an important mediator of both physiological repair processes and pathological tissue remodeling[6][7]. Dysregulated MMP-2 expression or activation has been associated with cancer progression, cardiovascular disorders, kidney disease, diabetic complications, and fibrotic conditions, where excessive extracellular matrix degradation promotes disease development and tissue dysfunction[6]. In tumor models, elevated MMP-2 activity correlates with invasive behavior, metastatic dissemination, and angiogenic remodeling, supporting its widespread use as a biomarker and mechanistic target in cancer research[3][4]. Compared with the closely related gelatinase MMP-9, MMP-2 is constitutively expressed in many tissues and is preferentially regulated through MT1-MMP- and TIMP-2-dependent activation mechanisms, whereas MMP-9 is more commonly induced by inflammatory stimuli and exhibits distinct substrate and regulatory profiles[7]. For experimental applications, broad-spectrum metalloproteinase inhibitors such as batimastat have been widely used to investigate MMP-2-dependent signaling and matrix remodeling, although selective targeting remains an active area of therapeutic development[5].
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MMP-2 Related Products (148)
Related Products (148)
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Recombinant Proteins (7)
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Antibodies (1)
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CMC2.24
0 ImagesCat. No.: HY-120793CAS No.: 1255639-43-0Synonyms: TRB-N0224CMC2.24 (TRB-N0224), an orally active tricarbonylmethane agent, is effective against pancreatic tumor in mice by inhibiting Ras activation and its downstream effector ERK1/2 pathway. CMC2.24 is also a potent inhibitor of zinc-dependent MMPs with IC50s ranging from 2.0-69 μM. CMC2.24 alleviates osteoarthritis progression by restoring cartilage homeostasis and inhibiting chondrocyte apoptosis via the NF-κB/HIF-2α axis.
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TP0597850
0 ImagesTP0597850 is a selective inhibitor of MMP2 (IC50=0.22 nM). TP0597850 has a long MMP2 dissociation half-life (t1/2=265 min).
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MMP-2/MMP-9 Substrate
0 ImagesSynonyms: Ac-Pro-Leu-Gly-[(S)-2-mercapto-4-methyl-pentanoyl]-Leu-Gly-OEtMMP-2/MMP-9 Substrate (Ac-Pro-Leu-Gly-[(S)-2-mercapto-4-methyl-pentanoyl]-Leu-Gly-OEt) is a synthetic chromogenic polypeptide substrate whose core structure mimics the cleavage sites of MMP-2 and MMP-9 (gelatinase A and B) in collagen. After being hydrolyzed by collagenase, MMP-2/MMP-9 Substrate reacts with 4,4'-dithiodipyridine or Ellman's Reagent via its thiol fragment to produce a product with ultraviolet absorption properties.
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Hecogenin acetate
0 ImagesHecogenin acetate is an orally active steroid saponin aglycone with extensive biological activities. Hecogenin acetate inhibits the phosphorylation of NF-κB and p38 MAPK signaling pathways, antagonizes TRPA1/TRPM8 channels, inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, and has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Hecogenin acetate inhibits the production of ROS and the activation of NLRP3 inflammasome; downregulates the expression of MMP-2, and has neuroprotective and anti-tumor activities. Hecogenin acetate enhances gastric mucosal defense and promotes ulcer healing. Hecogenin acetate can be used in combination with certain antibiotics to regulate bacterial efflux pumps and restore antibiotic sensitivity.
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Sorafenib-13C,d3
0 ImagesSynonyms: Bay 43-9006-13C,d3Sorafenib-13C,d3 (Bay 43-9006-13C,d3) is the 13C, deuterated-labeled Sorafenib (HY-10201). Sorafenib (Bay 43-9006) is a potent oral active multikinase inhibitor. Sorafenib blocks autophosphorylation and activity of receptor tyrosine kinases (VEGFR-2, VEGFR-3) and RAF family kinases, thereby suppressing the RAF/MEK/ERK and PI3K/Akt pathways, inhibiting STAT3 phosphorylation, and selectively inhibiting the MAPK pathway in cancer cells. Sorafenib induces cell cycle arrest, autophagy, apoptosis, and PARP cleavage, reduces Bcl-2, Bcl-XL, cyclin D1 levels, and activates Bak and Bax. Sorafenib inhibits tumor growth and metastasis in mouse and rat models. Sorafenib can be used for cancer research, such as colon, breast, non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC), ovarian, pancreatic, melanoma, colorectal and hepatocellular carcinoma.
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Isoviolanthin
0 ImagesIsoviolanthin is a flavonoid glycoside. Isoviolanthin can be extracted from Dendrobium officinale. Isoviolanthin has a strong affinity for binding to KDM6B, CHAC2, ESCO2, and IPO4. Isoviolanthin decreases MMP-2 and MMP-9. Isoviolanthin inhibits TGF-β/Smad and PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathways. Isoviolanthin increases Fhl3 expression. Isoviolanthin has cytoprotective effects. Isoviolanthin has anticancer activity against hepatocellular carcinoma.
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2-(Methylamino)ethanol
0 Images2-(Methylamino) ethanol (N-Methylethanolamine) is an orally active Phospholipase D inhibitor and analog of Ethanolamine (HY-Y0524). 2-(Methylamino) ethanol reduces the mRNA levels of ACE, ppET-1 and ECE-1, and inhibits MMP-2 activity. 2-(Methylamino) ethanol inhibits Collagen synthesis. 2-(Methylamino) ethanol attenuates ventricular hypertrophy, prevents increased myocardial stiffness and hemodynamic deterioration. 2-(Methylamino) ethanol can capture industrial acid gases and react with carbon dioxide to form carbamates and bicarbonates. 2-(Methylamino) ethanol can be used in studies related to hypertensive heart failure (diastolic heart failure).
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Cardanol monoene
0 ImagesCardanol monoene (Cardanol C15:1) is a phenolic compound which can be found in cashew nut shell liquid. Cardanol monoene can inhibit cancer cells proliferation, migration, cause S phase arrest, induce apoptosis, ROS production and mitochondrial depolarization. Cardanol monoene downregulates MMP-2, MMP-9, cyclinA1 expression, regulates CDK2, p53, Bax, cytochrome c, cleaved caspase-3, cleaved PARP, Apaf-1 expression and Bax/Bcl-2 ratio. Cardanol monoene shows weak DPPH radical scavenging activity and AChE inhibition activity. Cardanol monoene is lethal to Artemia salina nauplii. Cardanol monoene. Cardanol monoene can be used for the research of cancer, infection and inflamation.
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Nudol
0 ImagesNudol is a phenanthrene compound that has anti-cancer activity. Nudol inhibits cell proliferation, induces cell apoptosis. Nudol inhibits MMP-2M and MMP-9 activity (Ki: 988.9 nM, 1.76 μM, respectively). Nudol can be used in the research of cancers, such as osteosarcoma.
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Linvemastat
0 ImagesSynonyms: FP-020Linvemastat (Compound FC-4) is an orally active MMP-12 inhibitor (IC50: < 10 nM) with high selectivity of MMP-1, -2, -3, -7, -9, -10 and -14. Linvemastat significantly attenuates lung fibrosis in Bleomycin (HY-108345) induced unilateral lung fibrosis mice model and potently reduces kidney damage, interstitial inflammation or fibrosis in kidney fibrosis model of unilateral ureteral occlusion. Linvemastat can be used for inflammatory diseases research, such as idiopathie pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and asthma.
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Diplacone
0 ImagesSynonyms: Nymphaeol A; Propolin CDiplacone is an orally active geranyl flavanone. It is isolated from the fruits of Paulownia tomentosa. Diplacone reduces COX-2 levels and increases the pro-MMP2/MMP2 ratio. It induces ferroptosis-mediated cell death. Diplacone enhances mitochondrial Ca2+ influx and ROS production. It possesses anti-inflammatory and free radical-scavenging activities. Diplacone can be used in research related to ulcerative colitis and non-small cell lung cancer.
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Propoxur
0 ImagesPropoxur is a reversible, competitive, orally active AChE inhibitor that can cross the blood-brain barrier. Propoxur inhibits AChE activity to induce neurotoxicity, while promoting MMP-2 expression and enhancing tumor cell migration and invasion by inducing intracellular ROS generation and activating the ERK/Nrf2 signaling pathway. On the one hand, Propoxur inhibits AChE, leading to acetylcholine accumulation and causing neurological dysfunction; on the other hand, it promotes Nrf2 nuclear translocation through ROS-dependent ERK1/2 phosphorylation, and upregulates MMP-2 and other invasion-related proteins. Propoxur is also a carbamate insecticide used to combat turf, forestry, and household pests.
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cis-ACCP
0 ImagesCat. No.: HY-131417CAS No.: 777075-44-2
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AG01
0 ImagesCat. No.: HY-P991664AG01 is a monoclonal antibody against progranulin (GP88). AG01 inhibits triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) cell proliferation and migration, reduces the expression of phosphorylated protein kinases p-Src, p-AKT, and p-ERK, and reduces the expression of oncogenic proteins such as Axl, c-MET, HIF-1α, and VEGF. AG01 inhibits tumor growth and Ki67 expression in a TNBC xenograft mouse model. AG01 can be used in the research of TNBC and other cancers.
