Binds to the polyamine modulatory site of NMDA Spermine is essential for both normal and neoplastic tissue growth. It is involved in the modulation of calcium-dependent immune processes. It plays an important role in cellular proliferation and differentiation as well as inhibits neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS).
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Applications
Binds to the polyamine modulatory site of NMDA Spermine is essential for both normal and neoplastic tissue growth. It is involved in the modulation of calcium-dependent immune processes. It plays an important role in cellular proliferation and differentiation as well as inhibits neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS).
Solubility
Soluble in chloroform, methanol, water and lower alcohols. Insoluble in ether, benzene and petroleum ether.
Notes
Air sensitive and hygroscopic. Store in a cool place. Incompatible with acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides and oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Bailey, D.; Kirby, B. P.; Atkinson, J.; Fixon-Owoo, S.; Henman, M. C.; Shaw, G. G.; Doyle, K. M. Hydroxycinnamic acid amide derivatives of polyamines reverse spermine-induced CNS excitation. Pharmacol. Biochem. Behav. 2015, 133, 57-64.
- Mo, H.; Wang, X.; Zhang, Y.; Zhang, G.; Zhang, J.; Ma, Z. Cotton polyamine oxidase is required for spermine and camalexin signalling in the defence response to Verticillium dahliae. Plant J. 2015, 83 (6), 962-975.