Inhibits microtubule polymerization (IC₅₀ =3.2 μM) by binding to tubulin, which disrupts spindle formation during mitosis; blocks the growth of MCF-7 human breast carcinoma cells (IC₅₀ = 13 nM); inhibits neutrophil motility and activity (5 μmol/kg in a mouse model of…

A synthetic cytokinin used as a media supplement to regulate growth in woody plant tissue cultures and micropropagations; concentrations below 1 µM promote axillary proliferation, whereas concentrations above 1 µM can stimulate the formation of callus, adventitious shoots, or somatic embryos.

An essential fatty acid and the most abundant ω-3 fatty acid in neural tissues, especially in the retina and brain; constitutes as much as 40% of the total PUFA pool in retinal and neuronal membranes; dietary supplementation via fish oil inhibits the progression of atherosclerosis and delays…

An analog of β-D-glucose in which sulfur replaces the hydroxyl group at the one position, allowing diverse chemical reactions, including click chemistry and polymerization; can be labeled with technetium-99m for analytical and diagnostic procedures.

A synthetic intermediate used in glycosylation reactions.

A β-lactam antibiotic in the cephalosporin class.

A potent dopamine receptor agonist that binds the D2 receptor with highest affinity (Ki = 2.5 nM); avidly binds the serotonin receptors 5-HT1A and 5-HT1D (Ki = 12.9 and 10.7 nM, respectively), as well as α and β adrenoreceptors.

A channel blocker that acts on several TRP channels, including TRPM2, TRPM8, and TRPC6 (IC₅₀ = 1.7, 3.8, and 2.3 μM, respectively); inhibits PLA2, blocking the release of arachidonic acid when given at 50 μM.

A non-depolarizing muscle relaxant that competitively blocks cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate of the neuromuscular junction, inducing temporary paralysis.

A catatoxic steroid that acts as an agonist of the rodent PXR at µM concentrations; mediates induction of hepatic CYP3A, Oatp2, and Cyp7a1, regulating both xenobiotic and bile acid homeostasis.

An imidazoquinoline compound that activates TLR7 (EC₅₀ = 2.1 µM) on immune cells, inducing the production of IFN-α, IL-12, and other mediators; up-regulates the OGF receptor on cancer cells, blocking cell proliferation (IC₅₀ = 2 µM).

A fluoroquinolone antibiotic that displays broad spectrum antibacterial activity by inhibiting the bacterial regulatory enzyme DNA gyrase (IC₅₀ = 0.92 µg/ml) as well as topoisomerase IV (IC₅₀ = 1.62 µg/ml).

A calcium sensitizer that causes increased cardiac contractility by binding troponin C (EC₅₀ = 9 nM), promotes vasodilation by activating ATP-sensitive potassium channels on vascular smooth muscle cells (EC₅₀ = 0.28 µM), and performs a cardioprotective function by…

A potent antagonist of the type III receptor tyrosine kinases PDGFRβ, FLT3, and c-Kit (IC₅₀ = 200, 220, and 170 nM, respectively); less potently inhibits CSF-1R (IC₅₀ = 3.4 µM) and does not significantly inhibit other tyrosine or serine/threonine kinases.

A platinum-containing compound that acts as an alkylating agent; used alone or in combination therapy in the treatment of several types of cancer; inhibits the RecA recombinase of M. tuberculosis (IC₅₀ = 2 µM), blocking protein splicing and cell growth.

A synthetic quinine derivative commonly used as an anti-malarial drug; also useful in managing SLE, rheumatoid arthritis, and other diseases; inhibits autophagy and induces autophagic cell death (IC₅₀ = 30 µM).

An antipsychotic compound that displays high affinity for dopamine receptors (Kis = 2.4, 0.2, and 1.8 nM for D2, D3, and D4, respectively); also has actions as an antagonist, inverse agonist, or channel blocker, with lower affinities, at other receptors and channels.

A derivative of testosterone and ethisterone that binds androgen receptors and sex hormone-binding globulin causing a 3-fold increase in free testosterone; possesses weak androgenic effects and inhibits the production of gonadotropins.

A plant growth regulator involved in the signaling mechanisms for a variety of conditions including plant defense, wound healing, tuberization, fruit ripening, and senescence.

A fluorescent indicator of peroxynitrite formation; neither NO, superoxide, nor hydrogen peroxide alone appear to oxidize DCFH.

An anti-inflammatory steroid.

A steroid hormone produced in the cortex of the adrenal glands that binds to both glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid receptors; also is the precursor to aldosterone synthesis.

A non-protein amino acid that chelates iron and copper; inhibits certain enzymes that contain iron or copper, including arginase (IC₅₀ = 3.7 µM).

An analog of folic acid and aminopterin that is used in the treatment of cancer, autoimmune diseases, ectopic pregnancy, and for the induction of medical abortions; induces adenosine release, inhibits the metabolism of folic acid, and blocks key enzymes in the synthesis of purines and pyrimidines…

A cell-permeable substrate for aminopeptidase M and leucine aminopeptidase that was developed for intracellular analysis of protease activities.

A selective cholesterol transport inhibitor that targets the NPC1L1 (KDs = 12,000, 540, 40, and 220 nM for its glucuronide in mouse, rat, rhesus monkey, and human, respectively); blocks intestinal cholesterol absorption in various animal models (IC₅₀s = 0.0005-0.05 mg/kg).

Inhibits CKII (IC50 range of 4-10 µM), Cdk7 (IC50 = ~20 µM), Cdk8 (IC50 = ~20 µM), and Cdk9 (IC50 = 3 µM); inhibits elongation during RNA polymerase II transcription; triggers p53-dependent apoptosis of human colon adenocarcinoma cells; inhibits trans-activated transcription…

A phospholipid containing the long-chain (14:0) myristic acid inserted at the sn-1 and sn-2 positions.

A reversible inhibitor of the H2S synthesizing enzyme cystathionine-γ-lyase; blocks H2S synthesis in rat liver preparations with an IC50 value of 6.5 µM.

A chromogenic substrate that, like other tetrazolium compounds, can be reduced to produce a colored formazan derivative; used in the “NBT test” to evaluate the activity of NADPH oxidase in phagocytes; paired with PCIB for the colorimetric detection of alkaline phosphatase activity.

A natural retinoid that associates with CRBP-I and CRBP-II (Kds = 50 and 90 nM, respectively), which are involved in the intracellular transport of retinol; an intermediate of the phototransduction pathway of photoreceptors; can form toxic conjugates with proteins and lipids, leading to…

A progesterone analog (i.e., a progestin); does not bind the ER, however, two of its A-ring metabolites can bind ER and possess weak estrogenic activity.