Box5 TFA
Based on 14 publication(s) in Google Scholar
Box5 TFA is a potent Wnt5a antagonist. Box5 TFA inhibits Wnt5a signaling and inhibits Wnt5a-mediated Ca2+ release. Box5 TFA inhibits cell migration. Box5 TFA has the potential for the research of melanoma.
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- Pureté : 99.50%
- Formule: C30H50N6O13S2·xC2HF3O2
- Masse moléculaire:766.88 (free base)
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Stockage:
Sealed storage, away from moisture and light, under nitrogen.
Powder -80°C, 2 years , -20°C, 1 year* In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light, under nitrogen)
Publications Citing Use of MedChemExpress (MCE) Box5 TFA
More- Adv Sci (Weinh). 2025 Aug;12(32):e02774. [Abstract]
- J Immunother Cancer. 2025 Mar 22;13(3):e010555. [Abstract]
- J Neuroinflammation. 2024 Mar 26;21(1):75. [Abstract]
- Nano Today. 2024 Apr, 55, 102201.
- J Hazard Mater. 2026 Feb 1:503:141085. [Abstract]
- J Transl Med. 2025 Mar 6;23(1):282. [Abstract]
- J Ethnopharmacol. 2026 May 23:363:121445. [Abstract]
- J Mol Cell Biol. 2025 Dec 5:mjaf050. [Abstract]
- J Mol Cell Biol. 2025 Jul 28;17(2):mjaf002. [Abstract]
- Sci Rep. 2026 May 11;16(1):21377. [Abstract]
- J Cell Mol Med. 2026 Jun;30(11):e71170. [Abstract]
- Front Biosci (Landmark Ed). 2026 Jun 24;31(6):49794.
- Oral Dis. 2024 Nov;30(8):5140-5153. [Abstract]
- Odontology. 2026 Jan 21. [Abstract]
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Activité biologique
Description
IC50 & Target
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Wnt5A |
In Vitro
Box5 TFA (100 μM) decreases the expression of rWnt5a (0.1 μg/mL) stimulated p-MARCKS in A2058 cells[1].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only. Further protocols information, click here.
Chemical Information
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Appearance Solid
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Masse moléculaire 766.88 (free base)
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Formule C30H50N6O13S2·xC2HF3O2
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Color White to off-white
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Sequence
t-Boc-Met-Asp-Gly-Cys-Glu-Leu
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Sequence Shortening
t-Boc-MDGCEL
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Livraison
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
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Stockage
Sealed storage, away from moisture and light, under nitrogen
Powder -80°C 2 years -20°C 1 year * In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light, under nitrogen)
Publications (14)
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Journal Impact Factor
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Most Recent
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Adv Sci (Weinh)
Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Identifies MMP11+ Cancer-Associated Fibroblasts as Drivers of Angiogenesis and Bladder Cancer Progression. [Abstract]2025 Aug;12(32):e02774. PMID: 40552583 -
J Immunother Cancer
Inhibition of stromal MAOA leading activation of WNT5A enhance prostate cancer immunotherapy by involving the transition of cancer-associated fibroblasts. [Abstract]2025 Mar 22;13(3):e010555. PMID: 40121032 -
J Neuroinflammation
Wnt5a/β-catenin-mediated epithelial-mesenchymal transition: a key driver of subretinal fibrosis in neovascular age-related macular degeneration. [Abstract]2024 Mar 26;21(1):75. PMID: 38532410
Box5 TFA purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Neuroinflammation. 2024 Mar 26;21(1):75. [Abstract]
The cell viability of ARPE-19 cells examined with CCK-8 assay after treatment with the indicated doses of Box5 for 48 hours. The Vehicle Control groups for Box5 contained DMSO concentrations of 0.2% and 2%, respectively.
Box5 TFA purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Neuroinflammation. 2024 Mar 26;21(1):75. [Abstract]
The protein levels of fibronectin, Wnt5a, Dvl2, and Naked1 in TGFβ1 (10 ng/mL)-treated ARPE-19 cells with or without different concentrations of Box5 (10, 45 and 90 μmol/L) for 48 h. Box5 suppressed the TGFβ1-mediated up-regulation of fibronectin, Wnt5a, Dvl2, and Naked1 in a dose-dependent manner.
Box5 TFA purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Neuroinflammation. 2024 Mar 26;21(1):75. [Abstract]
The effects of intravitreal injections of FH535 or Box5 (90 μmol/L) on β-catenin and α-SMA expression within the CNV lesions in mice at day 21 after laser induction, along with the corresponding quantitative analysis. Box5 (90 μmol/L) treatment significantly reduced the immunostaining areas of active β-catenin by 47.39% (p = 0.00002, n = 10).
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J Hazard Mater
PFPeA exposure drives hepatoxicity and liver fibrosis via oxidative stress/Wnt5a-induced hepatocyte senescence. [Abstract]2026 Feb 1:503:141085. PMID: 41529635
Box5 TFA purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Hazard Mater. 2026 Feb 1:503:141085. [Abstract]
Protein level of p21, p16 and IL-6 after inhibiting Wnt5a with Box5 (100 μM; 24 h) in THLE-2 cells, and statistical analysis, α-Tubulin were used as control. The results showed that Box5 decreased the senescence related proteins.
Box5 TFA purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Hazard Mater. 2026 Feb 1:503:141085. [Abstract]
Representative images of SA-β-Gal staining after inhibiting Wnt5a with Box5 (100 μM; 24 h) in THLE-2 cells. SA-β-Galactosidase staining confirmed that inhibition of Wnt5a decreased the senescence level of hepatocytes induced by PFPeA.
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J Transl Med
Single-cell and spatial transcriptome profiling reveal CTHRC1+ fibroblasts promote EMT through WNT5A signaling in colorectal cancer. [Abstract]2025 Mar 6;23(1):282. PMID: 40050872 -
J Ethnopharmacol
Dendrobine ameliorates non-alcoholic fatty liver disease by inhibiting mitochondrial fission through modulation of the Wnt5a/p-CaMKII/p-Drp1 signaling axis. [Abstract]2026 May 23:363:121445. PMID: 41763618 -
J Mol Cell Biol
Canonical Wnt signaling affects calcium homeostasis in serum-treated AC16 cells through MLN-mediated SERCA2a regulation. [Abstract]2025 Dec 5:mjaf050. PMID: 41348974 -
J Mol Cell Biol
Wnt/β-catenin pathway induces cardiac dysfunction via AKAP6-mediated RyR2 phosphorylation and sarcoplasmic reticulum calcium leakage. [Abstract]2025 Jul 28;17(2):mjaf002. PMID: 40097291 -
Sci Rep
DOCK1 inhibitor Box5 (TFA) suppresses proliferation of AML cell lines and prolongs survival in AML xenograft models. [Abstract]2026 May 11;16(1):21377. PMID: 42108312 -
J Cell Mol Med
Decoding the Oncogenic Role of GNG10 in Colorectal Cancer: A Non-Canonical Wnt Pathway-Driven Mechanism. [Abstract]2026 Jun;30(11):e71170. PMID: 42252561 -
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Oral Dis
Synovial osteoclastogenesis mediated by chondrocyte-secreted TNFα promotes TMJ condylar resorption. [Abstract]2024 Nov;30(8):5140-5153. PMID: 38720613 -
Odontology
Fusobacterium nucleatum promotes senescence of human oral mucosa fibroblasts via the Wnt5A/mTOR pathway. [Abstract]2026 Jan 21. PMID: 41559469
Solvant et solubilité
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DMSO : 100 mg/mL (Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
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Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline
Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL; Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 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.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL; Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
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Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO. Stock solution concentration: mg/mL. * In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light, under nitrogen)
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Protocole
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Scratch/Wound-Healing Migration Assay
The scratch/wound-healing migration assay measures collective migration of adherent cells into an experimentally created cell-free gap in a confluent monolayer. The readout is generated by imaging the gap immediately after scratching and at later time points, then quantifying reduction in wound area, wound width, or percentage closure as cells move into the denuded region. Gap closure reflects cell migration but may also include cell proliferation, so interpretation should distinguish migration-focused conditions from proliferation-driven closure when possible, such as by using short assay windows, serum-controlled conditions, cell counting, or proliferation controls reported in published protocols.
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Cell migration
Cell migration is a method that plays an important role in wound healing, cell differentiation, embryonic development, etc.
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Chemotaxis Gradient Chamber Assay 1
The chemotaxis gradient chamber assay is based on the principle of observing directional cell migration in response to a stable, linear or quasi-linear concentration gradient of a chemoattractant formed between two fluid reservoirs separated by a narrow observation chamber. Cells placed within the chamber respond to the gradient by polarized movement toward higher chemoattractant concentrations, allowing quantification of chemotactic behavior in real time under microscopy. The classic Zigmond chamber design enables simultaneous visualization of gradient formation and individual cell trajectories, making it suitable for studying leukocyte chemotaxis and other motile cell types in vitro.
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Under-Agarose Cell Migration Assay
The under-agarose cell migration assay is a classical in vitro chemotaxis method designed to evaluate directed cell movement through a semi-solid agarose matrix toward soluble chemoattractant gradients, enabling visualization and quantification of leukocyte or motile cell migration in a confined 2D-like environment. In this system, cells and chemoattractants are placed in separate wells cut into an agarose gel, allowing diffusion-driven gradient formation that guides directional migration, which is typically assessed by measuring migration distance, cell morphology changes, and accumulation toward the chemoattractant source. This assay has been widely used to study neutrophil and leukocyte chemotaxis as a simple alternative to filter-based migration systems and allows direct microscopic observation of migrating cells under near-physiological confinement conditions.
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Neural Crest/Neuronal Cell Migration Explant Assay
Neural crest (NC) and neuronal cell migration explant assays are in vitro systems in which neural tube-derived tissues are cultured to allow premigratory or newly emigrated neural crest cells to undergo epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT), migrate away from the explant, and form a measurable radial outgrowth that reflects migratory capacity and environmental responsiveness. These assays typically quantify migration by measuring the expansion of cell outgrowth from neural tube or neural plate border explants over time, often comparing early and later timepoints to derive a migration index such as a radius ratio, which reflects net cell dispersal from the explant core. Neural tube explant cultures preserve key aspects of neural crest behavior, including EMT, migration, and early differentiation, making them suitable for assessing intrinsic migratory ability and extrinsic cue dependence. However, studies emphasize that migratory outgrowth from neural tube explants may include non-n
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Transwell/Boyden Chamber Migration Assay
The Transwell/Boyden chamber migration assay measures cell movement through a porous membrane separating an upper and lower chamber, usually after a chemoattractant gradient is established by placing cells in the upper chamber and chemoattractant-containing medium in the lower chamber. The readout is generated by quantifying cells that traverse the membrane and appear on the lower membrane surface or in the lower chamber, depending on whether the cell type is adherent or non-adherent. This assay reflects chemotactic or haptotactic migration rather than matrix invasion unless an extracellular-matrix barrier is added to the membrane.
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3D Collagen/Hydrogel Matrix Migration Assay
The 3D collagen/hydrogel matrix migration assay is based on embedding cells within or on top of a fibrillar collagen type I-rich three-dimensional matrix to model in vivo-like extracellular matrix (ECM) architecture, enabling analysis of cell migration through a physically and biochemically relevant scaffold. In contrast to 2D migration systems, cells in 3D matrices interact with fibrillar collagen networks, requiring coordinated adhesion remodeling and proteolytic or non-proteolytic deformation mechanisms to move through confined spaces, thereby providing a more physiologically relevant readout of invasive and migratory behavior in tissue-like environments. Cell movement in 3D collagen matrices is typically quantified by tracking single-cell trajectories, invasion depth, or matrix penetration over time, reflecting combined effects of cytoskeletal dynamics, cell-ECM adhesion turnover, and ECM remodeling. These systems are widely used to study tumor cell invasion and stromal cell motili
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Ca2+ Staining Technique
Ca2+ staining is an experimental technique that utilizes specific fluorescent probes (such as Fluo-4 AM, Fura-2, etc.) to qualitatively or quantitatively detect dynamic changes in intracellular Ca2+ concentrations; this is achieved by monitoring the changes in fluorescent signals generated when these probes bind to free intracellular calcium ions. The underlying principle relies primarily on the presence of chelating groups within the probe's molecular structure that possess high affinity for calcium ions.
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Cell-Exclusion Zone Migration Assay
The Cell-Exclusion Zone (CEZ) migration assay is an in vitro 2D cell migration method in which a defined cell-free area is created using removable physical barriers such as silicone stoppers, allowing cells to be seeded around the barrier and subsequently migrate into the cleared zone after barrier removal. This approach enables quantification of collective cell migration by monitoring repopulation of the initially cell-free region over time using microscopy-based imaging. Compared with scratch-based wound healing assays, barrier-based exclusion methods are designed to avoid mechanical damage to the extracellular matrix and reduce injury-induced effects on boundary cells, thereby improving interpretability of migration behavior in vitro. The assay readout is typically the progressive reduction in the cell-free area or the number of cells invading the exclusion zone, reflecting coordinated cell motility relevant to physiological processes such as wound healing, epithelial repair, and ca
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Chemotaxis Gradient Chamber Assay 2
Chemotaxis gradient chamber assays measure directional cell migration in response to a soluble chemical gradient by imaging cells as they move across a defined observation region; the readout is generated from time-lapse cell trajectories, displacement toward the gradient, forward migration index, trajectory plots, rose/polar plots, and statistical tests of non-random directionality. The Dunn chamber is a direct-viewing glass chamber in which cells migrate across a bridge between control and chemoattractant wells, allowing observation of cells in a linear concentration gradient; related direct-viewing formats include the Insall chamber, which supports defined unidirectional gradients and high numerical-aperture microscopy, and the μ-Slide Chemotaxis chamber, which supports long-term live-cell imaging and gradient characterization with fluorescent dye.
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Calculators
Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)