In addition to its role in the Krebs cycle, α-ketoglutarate (2-oxoglutarate) has roles as a substrate or modulator of enzymes. 5-Octyl-α-ketoglutarate, also known as α-ketoglutarate octyl ester, is a stable, cell-permeable molecule that generates free α-ketoglutarate upon hydrolysis of the ester bond by cytoplasmic esterases. It is used in experiments to increase levels of intracellular α-ketoglutarate. 5-Octyl-α-ketoglutarate has been shown to modulate a variety of enzymes and signaling pathways, particularly in the context of glycolysis, hypoxia, and cancer.
5-Octyl-α-ketoglutarate is a cell-permeable substrate for lysine demethylase. 5-Octyl-α-ketoglutarate is related to protein demethylation, inhibits cell proliferation of wtCRBN expressing cells, and also enhances Lenalidomide induced sensitivity and inhibits myeloma (MM) ) drug resistance of cells. When myeloma (MM) cells undergo glutamine-dependent proliferation, α-ketoglutarate increases glutamine catabolism to promote protein demethylation.
分子式
C13H22O5
分子量
258.3
CAS号
1616344-00-3
运输条件
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