Ophiobolin B

Ophiobolin B

$305.00 - 1 mg

$1,070.00 - 5 mg

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Code
BIA-O1064
Synonyms
Cochliobolin B, Zizanin B, Ophiobolsin A
CAS #
5601-74-1
Molecular Formula
C25H38O4
Molecular Weight
402.6
Purity
>95% by HPLC
Long Term Storage
-20°C
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF or DMSO. Poor water solubility.

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Application Notes

Ophiobolin B is a minor member of a class of phytotoxic metabolites produced by Bipolaris and other genera of plant pathogenic fungi. Ophiobolin B acts by inhibiting calmodulin action in calcium regulation.

References

  • Calmodulin and lipid binding to synaptobrevin regulates calcium-dependent exocytosis. Quetglas S. EMBO J. 2002, 21, 3970.
  • The biology of ophiobolins. Au T.K. et al., Life Sci. 2000, 67, 733. (Review)

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