Properties
Description
PD318088, soluble in DMSO and ethanol and insoluble in water, prevents the phosphorylation and activation of ERK leading to reduced cell proliferation and induced apoptosis in cancerous cells. It targets MEK1/2.
Molecular Formula
C16H13BrF3IN2O4
Solubility
DMSO: 105 mg/mL (187.13 mM); Water: Insoluble; Ethanol: 13 mg/mL (23.17 mM)
Identity
Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.
Stability
The product is stable for three years when stored at the recommended temperature in lyophilized powder.
Applications
PD318088 can be used to investigate the inhibition of MEK1/2 in signal transduction and its effects on tumor growth.