Product Data Sheet
N-Octadecanoyl-L-homoserine lactone
Catalog No. A90988
N-Octadecanoyl-L-homoserine lactone (C18-HSL) is a signaling molecule involved in quorum sensing, a process that allows bacteria to regulate gene expression based on cell density. This compound modulates bacterial communication through the LuxR family of transcriptional regulators and plays a crucial role in biofilm formation and virulence factor production. C18-HSL is particularly relevant for research into antimicrobial strategies targeting quorum sensing systems, which may provide new avenues for combating infectious diseases. Its unique structural features facilitate specific interactions within bacterial populations, underscoring its importance in biological assays related to microbial pathogenesis.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A90988 |
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| M. Wt | 367.57 |
| Formula | C22H41NO3 |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 479050-96-9 |
| Synonyms | |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(N[C@@H]1C(OCC1)=O)=O |
Biological Activity
| Description | N-Octadecanoyl-L-homoserine lactone (C18-HSL) is a signaling molecule involved in quorum sensing, a process that allows bacteria to regulate gene expression based on cell density. This compound modulates bacterial communication through the LuxR family of transcriptional regulators and plays a crucial role in biofilm formation and virulence factor production. C18-HSL is particularly relevant for research into antimicrobial strategies targeting quorum sensing systems, which may provide new avenues for combating infectious diseases. Its unique structural features facilitate specific interactions within bacterial populations, underscoring its importance in biological assays related to microbial pathogenesis. |
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Adooq products are transported at room temperature. If you receive the product at room temperature, please rest assured, the Adooq Quality Inspection Department has conducted experiments to verify that the normal temperature placement of one month will not affect the biological activity of powder products. After collecting, please store the product according to the requirements described in the datasheet. Most Adooq products are stable under the recommended conditions.
