Endocrinology-Hormones

Small molecules play a pivotal role in Endocrinology Research. These are low molecular weight compounds that have a significant impact on the endocrine system, hormones, and their receptors. Here are some key aspects of how small molecules are involved in this field:

  • Hormone Mimetics and Inhibitors: Small molecules are used to develop synthetic compounds that mimic the actions of hormones or inhibit their effects. For example, drugs like metformin for diabetes management and selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) for breast cancer treatment are used to either mimic or block hormonal activity.
  • Receptor Modulation: Small molecules can bind to hormone receptors and modulate their activity. This is crucial in developing drugs that target specific hormone receptors, like the use of small molecule agonists and antagonists to regulate thyroid hormone receptors.
  • Metabolism Regulation: Endocrinology research often focuses on metabolism and how hormones like insulin regulate it. Small molecules are employed to understand and develop drugs targeting enzymes involved in metabolism, such as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists for diabetes treatment.
  • Steroid Hormone Production: Small molecules may be utilized to influence the production of steroid hormones in the adrenal glands or gonads. This is essential for conditions like Cushing's syndrome or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
  • Hormone Assays: In laboratory research, small molecules are used as tracers or markers in hormone assays. For instance, small molecule fluorophores can be attached to antibodies to detect hormone levels in blood samples.

Drug Development: Endocrinology research relies on small molecules as potential drug candidates. Researchers design and test small molecules for their effectiveness in modulating hormonal pathways, with the goal of developing new therapies for endocrine disorders.
In summary, small molecules are indispensable tools in Endocrinology Research, enabling scientists to better understand the endocrine system's intricacies and develop novel treatments for a wide range of hormonal disorders and conditions. Their versatility and specificity make them valuable assets in advancing our knowledge of endocrinology and improving patient care.


Endocrinology Disease Products


Endocrinology Research Products

Kisspeptin Receptor

Leptin Receptors

Melanocortin (MC) Receptors

Mineralocorticoid Receptors

Ghrelin Receptors

Natriuretic Peptide Receptors

NPY Receptors

Motilin Receptor

PTH Receptor

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  1. synthetic glucocorticoid receptor agonist

    Methylprednisolone (NSC-19987, Medrol) acetate is a synthetic glucocorticoid receptor agonist, used to achieve prompt suppression of inflammation.
  2. GPR109A agonist

    Monomethyl fumarate, an active metabolite of Dimethyl fumarate (DMF), is a potent GPR109A agonist. Monomethyl fumarate has the potential for multiple neuroprotective pathways and other models of retinal disease.
  3. Estrogen receptor degrader

    SAR439859 is an orally available, nonsteroidal selective estrogen receptor degrader/downregulator (SERD).
  4. Androgen receptor antagonist

    TRC253, also known as JNJ63576253, is a potent and orally active androgen receptor antagonist.
  5. RORγt inverse agonist

    TMP778 is a novel, potent, and selective RORγt inverse agonist.

  6. GPR55 antagonist

    ML 193 is a selective GPR55 antagonist (IC50 = 221 nM). Exhibits >27-, >145- and >145-fold selectivity for GPR55 over CB1, GPR35 and CB2, respectively. Inhibits ERK signaling in vitro.
  7. GnRH peptide agonist

    Triptorelin is a synthetic gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) peptide agonist that binds to the GnRH receptor. It inhibits the growth of DU145, LNCaP, and PC3 prostate and OVCAR-3 ovarian cancer cells.
  8. GnRH receptor antagonist

    Cetrorelix diacetate (SB-075 diacetate) is a potent gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist with an IC50 of 1.21 nM.
  9. prostanoid agonist

    QCC-374 is prostanoid agonist potentially for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.
  10. Mrgprs activator

    BAM(8-22), a proteolytically cleaved product of proenkephalin A, is a potent activator of Mas-related G-protein-coupled receptors (Mrgprs), MrgprC11 and hMrgprX1, and induces scratching in mice in an Mrgpr-dependent manner.
  11. (D-Trp12,Tyr34)-pTH (7-34) amide (bovine) is a potent and competitive antagonist of parathyroid hormone (PTH), with a Ki of 69 nM in bovine renal cortical membrane. (D-Trp12,Tyr34)-pTH (7-34) amide (bovine) can be used for growth and development regulation.
  12. ELA-21 (human) is an apelin receptor agonist with a pKi of 8.52. ELA-21 (human) completely inhibits Forskolin-induced cAMP production and stimulates β-arrestin recruitment with subnanomolar potencies. ELA-21 (human) is an agonist in G-protein-dependent and -independent pathways.
  13. (Glu2)-TRH, a metabolically stable analogue of Thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH), is a negative modulator for the cholinergic effect of TRH in the mouse brain. (Glu2)-TRH significantly attenuates TRH-induced hippocampal extracellular acetylcholine release. (Glu2)-TRH is not metabolized by thyroliberinase. (Glu2)-TRH manifests neuroprotective, antidepressant, anticonvulsant in the CNS.
  14. GnRH Receptor agonist

    Histrelin acetate, a GnRH analogue, is a GnRH Receptor agonist. Histrelin acetate increases serum luteinising hormone (LH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and testosterone levels. Histrelin acetate can be used in the research of prostate cancer, endometriosis.
  15. LHRH, the luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone, is a neuropeptide hypothalamic. LHRH regulates reproduction. LHRH can be used for the research of cancer.
  16. SLU-PP-332 is a pan-Estrogen Receptor/ERR agonist with EC50 values of 98, 230 and 430 nM for ERRα, ERRβ and ERRγ, respectively. SLUPP-332 enhances mitochondrial function and cellular respiration in skeletal muscle cell lines. SLU-PP-332 has the potential to study metabolic diseases as well as improve muscle function.

  17. PROTAC

    Luxdegalutamide (ARV-766) is an orally active proteolysis-targeting chimera (PROTAC) designed to selectively degrade the androgen receptor (AR), including clinically relevant resistance-associated mutants such as T878A, H875Y, and L702H. By inducing AR ubiquitination and proteasomal degradation, Luxdegalutamide effectively suppresses AR signaling and exhibits potent antitumor activity. It is a promising therapeutic agent and research tool for studying castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) and mechanisms of AR-driven oncogenesis.
  18. androgen receptor PROTAC degrader

    ARD-2585 is an exceptionally potent, orally active PROTAC degrader of the androgen receptor (AR), designed to selectively and efficiently induce AR degradation for potential therapeutic applications.
  19. Prednisolone hemisuccinate is a synthetic glucocorticoid derivative of cortisol, commonly used in the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders. It exerts anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects by modulating gene expression through glucocorticoid receptor activation.
  20. THR-β agonist

    ALG-055009 is a selective thyroid hormone receptor β (THR-β) agonist with an EC50 of 0.063 μM. It effectively reduces total cholesterol levels in high-fat diet-induced rat models and is a promising compound for research related to metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD).
  21. GPR35 agonist

    Pamoic acid disodium is a potent agonist of GPR35, with an EC50 of 79 nM. It induces GPR35 internalization and activates ERK1/2 signaling with EC50 values of 22 nM and 65 nM, respectively. Additionally, it effectively recruits β-arrestin2 to GPR35 and exhibits antinociceptive properties, supporting its potential in pain research.
  22. GPR55 antagonist

    ML192 is a selective antagonist of G protein-coupled receptor 55 (GPR55), effectively inhibiting GPR55-mediated signaling pathways. It blocks β-arrestin trafficking, suppresses ERK1/2 phosphorylation, and prevents PKCβII translocation, thereby interfering with downstream cellular responses. ML192 is a valuable tool for studying the physiological and pathological roles of GPR55 in processes such as inflammation, pain, cancer, and metabolic regulation.
  23. GPR35 agonist

    Pamoic acid (Embonic acid) is a potent agonist of G protein-coupled receptor 35 (GPR35), with an EC₅₀ of 79 nM. Activation of GPR35 by pamoic acid is associated with both neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects, making it a valuable compound for research into neurological disorders and inflammatory diseases. Its pharmacological profile suggests potential therapeutic applications in conditions where GPR35-mediated signaling plays a regulatory role.
  24. PROTAC AR/AR-V7 degrader

    PROTAC AR/AR-V7 Degrader-1 (27c) is a PROTAC-based dual degrader targeting both full-length androgen receptor (AR) and its splice variant AR-V7, which is implicated in resistance to androgen deprivation therapies. It exhibits DC₅₀ values of 2.67 μM for AR and 2.64 μM for AR-V7, effectively promoting their proteasomal degradation. By eliminating both isoforms, compound 27c induces apoptosis in AR-driven cancer cells, making it a promising therapeutic candidate for castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC) and other AR/AR-V7–dependent malignancies.
  25. PROTAC AR degrader

    ARD-1676 is an orally bioavailable PROTAC degrader of the androgen receptor (AR), composed of an AR-binding ligand and a cereblon-recruiting moiety. It effectively induces AR degradation both in vitro and in vivo, and demonstrates significant antitumor activity by inhibiting VCaP prostate cancer xenograft growth in mouse models. ARD-1676 represents a promising therapeutic strategy for targeting AR-driven malignancies.

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