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Caspase Activator
5,7-Dihydroxychromone functions as a caspase activator and exhibits neuroprotective properties by activating the Nrf2/ARE signaling pathway. This compound effectively mitigates oxidative stress and apoptosis induced by 6-hydroxydopamine (6-OHDA) in SH-SY5Y cells. Additionally, 5,7-Dihydroxychromone reduces the expression of activated caspase-3, caspase-9, and cleaved PARP, making it a valuable tool for studying neuroprotection and apoptosis in cellular models. -
Caspase-9 Fluorogenic Substrate
Ac-LEHD-AMC is a fluorogenic substrate specifically designed for the detection of caspase-9 activity. Upon hydrolysis by caspase-9, Ac-LEHD-AMC releases the AMC fluorophore, which emits fluorescence detectable at an excitation wavelength of 341 nm and an emission wavelength of 441 nm. This substrate is ideal for quantifying caspase-9 activity in various biological samples, facilitating research in apoptosis and related signaling pathways. -
Caspase-3 Activator
Raptinal is a potent activator of caspase-3, directly initiating the intrinsic pathway of caspase-dependent apoptosis. By rapidly inducing cell death in cancer cells through the direct activation of effector caspase-3, Raptinal effectively bypasses the need for initiator caspase-8 and caspase-9 activation. This unique mechanism makes Raptinal a valuable tool for research in cancer therapy and apoptosis studies. -
Caspase Inhibitor
Z-VAD is an irreversible pan-caspase inhibitor that targets multiple caspases, including caspase-3, -6, -7, -8, and -9, while exhibiting a lesser inhibitory effect on caspase-2. This compound is utilized in research for its ability to block apoptosis signaling pathways, promote autophagy and necrosis in tumor cells, and exhibit anti-angiogenic properties. Z-VAD enhances the sensitivity of breast and lung cancer cells to radiotherapy, both in vitro and in vivo, and extends growth delay in tumor xenograft models. It is primarily employed in studies focused on cancer radiosensitization and the regulation of cell death pathways. -
Caspase 8 Inhibitor
Caspase 8 Inhibitor CASP8-IN-1 (Compound 63-R) selectively inhibits caspase 8 with an IC50 value of 0.7 μM. This compound is effective in blocking FasL-induced apoptosis in Jurkat cells, making it a valuable tool for studying apoptotic signaling pathways and cellular responses to death stimuli. Its specificity and potency make CASP8-IN-1 suitable for research applications in cancer biology and therapeutic development targeting caspase-mediated cell death. -
Caspase-1 inhibitor
Ac-YVAD-cmk (Caspase-1 Inhibitor II) is a selective, irreversible inhibitor of caspase-1 (also known as IL-1β converting enzyme, ICE). It exhibits potent neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects by suppressing the expression of proinflammatory cytokines IL-1β and IL-18. Ac-YVAD-cmk also inhibits pyroptosis, a form of inflammatory cell death, making it a valuable tool for studying inflammation-related diseases and neurodegenerative disorders. -
Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress Inhibitor
Tauroursodeoxycholate (Tauroursodeoxycholic acid; TDUCA) dihydrate is an inhibitor of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress that significantly downregulates pro-apoptotic molecules, including caspase-3 and caspase-12. Additionally, it suppresses ERK signaling, contributing to its cytoprotective and anti-apoptotic effects. -
mGluR5 allosteric modulator
CDPPB is a selective, orally active allosteric modulator of the metabotropic glutamate receptor 5 (mGluR5). It enhances AKT and ERK1/2 signaling and upregulates BDNF mRNA expression. CDPPB also inhibits caspase-3 activation and mitigates mitochondrial dysfunction, demonstrating therapeutic potential in improving cognitive impairment, depression, and Huntington’s disease. -
Granzyme B/Caspase-8 Inhibitor
Ac-IETD-CHO is a potent, reversible inhibitor of granzyme B and caspase-8. By blocking these proteases, Ac-IETD-CHO effectively inhibits Fas-mediated apoptotic cell death, as well as preventing hemorrhage and liver failure. This compound is valuable for research in apoptosis, immune response, and the modulation of cytotoxic T lymphocyte-induced cell death. -
Caspase-6 inhibitor
Z-VEID-FMK is the specific recognition sequence for caspase-6/Mch2. Z-VEID-FMK is a synthetic peptide that irreversibly inhibits activity of VEID-dependent caspases (e.g., caspase-6). The inhibitor is designed as a methyl ester to facilitate cell permeability. -
Caspase-2 inhibitor
Z-VDVAD-FMK is a cell-permeable, irreversible inhibitor of caspase-2. Caspase inhibitors play an important role in investigating biological processes. - Trifloxystrobin (CGA 279202) is a fungicide, with EC50s of 23.0 μg/L and 1.7 μg/L for Daphnia magna neonate and embryos, respectively, after treatment for 48 h.
- 25-hydroxy Cholesterol is a side-chain substituted oxysterol derived from dietary cholesterol that inhibits the cleavage of sterol regulatory element binding proteins (SREBPs) to suppress endogenous cholesterol synthesis in various cell types
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osteoblast differentiation inducer
Asperosaponin VI, A saponin component from Dipsacus asper wall, induces osteoblast differentiation through BMP?\2/p38 and ERK1/2 pathway. Asperosaponin ?? inhibits apoptosis in hypoxia-induced cardiomyocyte by increasing the Bcl-2/Bax ratio and decreasing active caspase-3 expression, as well as enhancing of p-Akt and p-CREB. - Thevetiaflavone could upregulate the expression of Bcl?2 and downregulate that of Bax and caspase?3.
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insecticidal and anticancer
Destruxin B, isolated from entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium anisopliae, is one of the cyclodepsipeptides with insecticidal and anticancer activities. Destruxin B induces apoptosis via a Bcl-2 Family-dependent mitochondrial pathway in human nonsmall cell lung cancer cells. - Guggulsterone is a plant sterol derived from the gum resin of the tree Commiphora wightii. Guggulsterone inhibits the growth of a wide variety of tumor cells and induces apoptosis through down regulation of antiapoptotic gene products (IAP1, xIAP, Bfl-1/A1, Bcl-2, cFLIP and survivin), modulation of cell cycle proteins (cyclin D1 and c-Myc), activation of caspases and JNK, inhibition of Akt.
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caspase inhibitor
Biotin-VAD-FMK is a cell permeable, irreversible biotin-labeled caspase inhibitor, used to identify active caspases in cell lysates. - Lycopodine, a pharmacologically important bioactive component derived from Lycopodium clavatumspores, triggers apoptosis by modulating 5-lipoxygenase, and depolarizing mitochondrial membrane potential in refractory prostate cancer cells without modulating p53 activity. Lycopodine inhibits proliferation of HeLa cells through induction of apoptosis via caspase-3 activation.
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Caspase inhibitor
Z-WEHD-FMK is a synthetic peptide that irreversibly inhibits caspase-5 and related caspase activity. -
Fluorogenic caspase substrate
Ac-LEHD-AFC, fluorogenic caspase substrate. Analog of the caspase-9 substrate, LEHD-AFC. -
Caspase-3 inhibitor
AZ 10417808, selective non-peptide inhibitor of caspase-3 (Ki = 247 nM); displays > 40-fold selectivity over caspases 1, 2, 6, 7 and 8 (Ki > 10 uM). -
Fluorogenic caspase substrate
Ac-LEHD-AFC is a fluorogenic substrate for caspase-4, caspase-5, and caspase-9. -
Caspase inhibitor
Z-VAD(OH)-FMK is an irreversible tripeptide inhibitor of all caspases. -
Cysteine protease inhibitor
(S,S)-Z-FA-FMK is an irreversible inhibitor of cysteine protease
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Caspase Inhibitor
Ac-DEVD-CHO is an aldehyde peptide and a CPP32/Apopain Inhibitor. -
Apoptosis Activator
Apoptosis Activator 2 strongly induces caspase-3 activation, PARP cleavage, and DNA fragmentation which leads to the destruction of cells (Apaf-1 dependent) with IC50 of ~4 μM, inactive to HMEC, PREC, or MCF-10A cells -
Caspase/apoptosis activator
Ubiquitin Isopeptidase Inhibitor I, G5 (NSC 144303) is an apoptosome-independent caspase and apoptosis activator with IC50 values of 1.76 and 1.6 μM in E1A and E1A/C9DN cells, respectively. -
Caspase-3/Caspase-7 Inhibitor
Ac-ESMD-CHO is an inhibitor of caspase-3 and caspase-7, targeting the proteolytic cleavage of the caspase-3 precursor peptide (CPP32) at the Glu-Ser-Met-Asp (ESMD) site. This compound is crucial for studying apoptosis and cellular signaling mechanisms by selectively modulating caspase activity. Its application extends to research areas involving cell death regulation and disease models where caspase-mediated pathways play a pivotal role. -
Caspase-3 Fluorogenic Substrate
Ac-DEVD-AFC is a fluorogenic substrate specifically designed for the detection of caspase-3 activity. Upon cleavage by caspase-3, it releases a fluorescent signal, enabling real-time monitoring of apoptosis. This reagent is widely used in cell biology research to evaluate programmed cell death and assess therapeutic effectiveness in various experimental settings. -
Caspase-1/4 Fluorometric Peptide Substrate
Ac-YVAD-AFC is a fluorometric peptide substrate specifically targeting caspase-1 and caspase-4. It exhibits an excitation wavelength of 400 nm and an emission wavelength of 505 nm, making it suitable for assessing caspase activity in various biological samples. This compound is commonly used in research applications focused on apoptosis, inflammation, and disease mechanisms involving these caspases. -
Caspase 8 Substrate
IETDC is a specific substrate for caspase 8, designed to monitor its activity through a bioluminescent assay. Upon cleavage by activated caspase 8, IETDC releases D-cysteine, which subsequently interacts with HCBT to generate firefly luciferin, producing a detectable bioluminescent signal. This reagent is particularly valuable for investigating acute inflammation and understanding the role of caspase 8 in apoptotic signaling pathways. -
Fluorogenic Caspase-8 Substrate
Ac-IETD-AMC is a fluorogenic substrate specifically designed for the detection and quantification of caspase-8 activity. This compound, which includes an acetyl (Ac) moiety, serves as an efficient tool for studying apoptosis and related pathways mediated by caspase-8 and granzyme B. Its application in research allows for precise measurement of caspase-8 activity in various biological contexts, facilitating insights into cell death mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets. -
Caspase-3 Activator
Ru(acac)3 (Tris(acetylacetonato)ruthenium(III)) acts as a caspase-3 activator and apoptosis inducer. This compound demonstrates growth inhibitory effects on various cell lines in vitro, primarily by inhibiting DNA/RNA synthesis and inducing a mild, reversible S-phase cell cycle arrest. Ru(acac)3 is utilized in research focused on ovarian cancer, osteosarcoma, cervical cancer, melanoma, and other oncological studies.

