ULK-101
Based on 9 publication(s) in Google Scholar
ULK-101 is a potent and selective ULK1 inhibitor, with IC50 values of 1.6 nM and 30 nM for ULK1 and ULK2, respectively. ULK-101 suppresses autophagy and sensitizes cancer cells to nutrient stress.
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- Reinheit: 99.91%
- CAS. Nr.: 2443816-45-1
- Formel: C22H16F4N4OS
- Molecular Weight:460.45
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Speicherung:Powder -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 2 years , -20°C, 1 year
Publications Citing Use of MedChemExpress (MCE) ULK-101
More- Nat Commun. 2026 Feb 12;17(1):1214. [Abstract]
- Acta Pharmacol Sin. 2025 May;46(5):1250-1261. [Abstract]
- Cell Chem Biol. 2026 Apr 16;33(4):523-537.e7. [Abstract]
- Cell Rep. 2026 Mar 12;45(3):117087. [Abstract]
- Mol Ther Oncolytics. 2021 Aug 28:23:107-123. [Abstract]
- Int Immunopharmacol. 2025 Jun 17:161:115095. [Abstract]
- Bioorg Med Chem. 2026 Jul:138:118646. [Abstract]
- Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele. 2022 Apr 08. 34.
- The University of Chicago. Pritzker School of Medicine. 2021 Oct.
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Flow Cytometry
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WB
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In Vivo Efficacy Study
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In Vivo Efficacy Study
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WB
Biologische Aktivität
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ULK1 1.6 nM (IC50) |
ULK2 30 nM (IC50) |
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Cell Line
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Type | Value | Description | References |
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| A549 | EC50 |
10 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells harboring KRAS G12S mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells harboring KRAS G12S mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| A549 | EC50 |
56.8 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells harboring KRAS G12S mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo ass
Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells harboring KRAS G12S mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo ass
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| NCI-H2030 | EC50 |
20.3 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H2030 cells harboring KRAS G12C mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-gl
Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H2030 cells harboring KRAS G12C mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-gl
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| NCI-H2030 | EC50 |
3.6 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H2030 cells harboring KRAS G12C mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H2030 cells harboring KRAS G12C mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| NCI-H727 | EC50 |
25.6 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H727 cells harboring KRAS G12V mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo
Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H727 cells harboring KRAS G12V mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| NCI-H727 | EC50 |
3 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H727 cells harboring KRAS G12V mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H727 cells harboring KRAS G12V mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| NCI-H838 | EC50 |
1.2 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H838 cells harboring KRAS mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H838 cells harboring KRAS mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| NCI-H838 | EC50 |
11.3 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H838 cells harboring KRAS mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assa
Cytotoxicity against human NCI-H838 cells harboring KRAS mutant assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assa
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| U2OS | EC50 |
22.3 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human U2OS cells assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
Cytotoxicity against human U2OS cells assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under full growth media condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| U2OS | EC50 |
6.3 μM
Compound: ULK-101
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Cytotoxicity against human U2OS cells assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
Cytotoxicity against human U2OS cells assessed as reduction in cell viability pretreated with compound for 2 days under optistarve condition followed by replaced drug-free full growth media for 5 days by celltiter-glo assay
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[PMID: 30292171] |
| U2OS | EC50 |
700 nM
Compound: ULK-101
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Inhibition of autophagy in human U2OS cells assessed as BafA1-induced LC3B-II accumulation preincubated with compound for 3 hrs and followed by BafA1 induction and measured after 1.5 hrs by immunoblotting analysis
Inhibition of autophagy in human U2OS cells assessed as BafA1-induced LC3B-II accumulation preincubated with compound for 3 hrs and followed by BafA1 induction and measured after 1.5 hrs by immunoblotting analysis
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[PMID: 30292171] |
ULK-101 (0-5 μM) reduces BafA1-induced LC3B-II accumulation in U2OS cells in a concentration-dependent manner[1].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
Chemical Information
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CAS. Nr. 2443816-45-1
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Appearance Solid
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Molecular Weight 460.45
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Formel C22H16F4N4OS
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Color Light yellow to yellow
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SMILES
FC1=CC=C(C(C=N2)=CN3C2=C(C4=CSC(C(N[C@@H](C5CC5)C(F)(F)F)=O)=C4)C=N3)C=C1
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Versand
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
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Speicherung
Powder -20°C 3 years 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 2 years -20°C 1 year
Publications (9)
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Journal Impact Factor
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Most Recent
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Nat Commun
Human iPSC-based Modeling of Pulmonary Fibrosis Reveals p300/CBP Inhibition Suppresses Alveolar Transitional Cell State. [Abstract]2026 Feb 12;17(1):1214. PMID: 41680175 -
Acta Pharmacol Sin
Semaglutide administration protects cardiomyocytes in db/db mice via energetic improvement and mitochondrial quality control. [Abstract]2025 May;46(5):1250-1261. PMID: 39856432
ULK-101 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Acta Pharmacol Sin. 2025 May;46(5):1250-1261. [Abstract]
ULK1-101 (5 μM; 48 h) reversed semaglutide-induced hyperglycemia-induced mitophagy in primary mouse cardiomyocytes.
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Cell Chem Biol
A nature-inspired nanoplatform for multi-protein targeted degradation via the autophagy-lysosome pathway. [Abstract]2026 Apr 16;33(4):523-537.e7. PMID: 41932333 -
Cell Rep
Targeting the DSTYK-ULK1 axis rewires TNFR1 signaling to overcome treatment resistance in lung cancer. [Abstract]2026 Mar 12;45(3):117087. PMID: 41824459
ULK-101 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Cell Rep. 2026 Mar 12;45(3):117087. [Abstract]
Analysis of H2009 parental, parental treated with ULK1 inhibitor (ULK-101; 10 μM), and DSTYK KO Annexin V+ cells performed by cytometry under basal conditions or in the absence of glucose for 16 h.
ULK-101 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Cell Rep. 2026 Mar 12;45(3):117087. [Abstract]
Cropped images from the western blot analysis of caspases (3 and 8) and p-MLKL in H2009 parental, parental treated with ULK1 inhibitor (ULK-101; ULK1inh;10 μM), and DSTYK KO cells under starvation conditions without glucose for 16 h.
ULK-101 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Cell Rep. 2026 Mar 12;45(3):117087. [Abstract]
Subcutaneous xenograft mouse model for human H2009 lung adenocarcinoma. Once tumors were established and reached 50–75 mm3 (day 17 after inoculation), mice were randomized (n = 8), ULK1 was inhibited with ULK-101 inhibitor (100 nM) intravenously daily, and treated with carboplatin + paclitaxel combo.
ULK-101 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Cell Rep. 2026 Mar 12;45(3):117087. [Abstract]
Subcutaneous syngeneic mouse model for human LLC lung adenocarcinoma. Once tumors were established and reached 50–75 mm3 (day 8 after inoculation), mice were randomized (n = 8), ULK1 was inhibited with ULK-101 inhibitor (200nM) intravenously daily, and treated with carboplatin+paclitaxel and anti-PD1 combo according to previous published regimens.
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Mol Ther Oncolytics
Oleanolic acid blocks the purine salvage pathway for cancer therapy by inactivating SOD1 and stimulating lysosomal proteolysis. [Abstract]2021 Aug 28:23:107-123. PMID: 34703880
ULK-101 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Mol Ther Oncolytics. 2021 Aug 28:23:107-123. [Abstract]
The effects of two ULK1 inhibitors, ULK-101 (1 μM; 0, 3, 6, 8 h) and MRT68921 (1 μM), on levels of phospho-ATG14 (Ser29), ATG14, LC3-I/II, HGPRT, and 5′-NT in OA-treated A549 cells.
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Int Immunopharmacol
The Lnc-Gm20716/miR-20b-5p/ULK1 axis regulates HDM-induced endoplasmic reticulum stress and Golgi fragmentation in mouse bronchial epithelial cells. [Abstract]2025 Jun 17:161:115095. PMID: 40532330 -
Bioorg Med Chem
Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of benzimidazole carbamide derivatives - potential autophagy inducers. [Abstract]2026 Jul:138:118646. PMID: 41934864 -
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Lösungsmittel & Löslichkeit
DMSO : 83.33 mg/mL (180.98 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
Konzentration (Stammlösung) × Volumen (Stammlösung) = Konzentration (Ziellösung) × Volumen (Ziellösung)
Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.
- For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
- To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for In Vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
- The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline
Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.52 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
Please enter the basic information of animal experiments:
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Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.
Please enter your animal formula composition:
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Recommended: Keep the proportion of DMSO in working solution below 2% if your animal is weak.
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+%Tween-80 + +
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%Saline +
The co-solvents required include: DMSO, . All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE). , Tween 80. All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE).
Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO. Stock solution concentration: mg/mL.
1. Take μL DMSO stock solution;
2. Add μL .
μL , mix evenly;
3. Then add μL Tween 80, mix evenly;
4. Then add μL
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
Reinheit & Dokumentation
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Data Sheet (273 KB)
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SDS (393 KB)
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Handling Instructions (2659 KB)
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Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
| Optional Solvent | Concentration Solvent Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg | 25 mg |
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| DMSO | 1 mM | 2.1718 mL | 10.8589 mL | 21.7179 mL | 54.2947 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.4344 mL | 2.1718 mL | 4.3436 mL | 10.8589 mL | |
| 10 mM | 0.2172 mL | 1.0859 mL | 2.1718 mL | 5.4295 mL | |
| 15 mM | 0.1448 mL | 0.7239 mL | 1.4479 mL | 3.6196 mL | |
| 20 mM | 0.1086 mL | 0.5429 mL | 1.0859 mL | 2.7147 mL | |
| 25 mM | 0.0869 mL | 0.4344 mL | 0.8687 mL | 2.1718 mL | |
| 30 mM | 0.0724 mL | 0.3620 mL | 0.7239 mL | 1.8098 mL | |
| 40 mM | 0.0543 mL | 0.2715 mL | 0.5429 mL | 1.3574 mL | |
| 50 mM | 0.0434 mL | 0.2172 mL | 0.4344 mL | 1.0859 mL | |
| 60 mM | 0.0362 mL | 0.1810 mL | 0.3620 mL | 0.9049 mL | |
| 80 mM | 0.0271 mL | 0.1357 mL | 0.2715 mL | 0.6787 mL | |
| 100 mM | 0.0217 mL | 0.1086 mL | 0.2172 mL | 0.5429 mL |