| Description | CTTHWGFTLC, CYCLIC acetate is an inhibitor for matrix metalloproteinases (MMP)-2 and MMP-9. It is also called type IV collagenase or gelatinase. Gelatinases are potential targets of therapeutic intervention in cancer, and inhibitors of these enzymes can prevent tumor progression. |
| molecular weight | 1226.39 |
| Molecular formula | C54H75N13O16S2 |
| Storage | keep away from moisture | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 10 mM |
| References | 1. Medina OP, et al. Binding of novel peptide inhibitors of type IV collagenases to phospholipid membranes and use in liposome targeting to tumor cells in vitro. Cancer Res. 2001 May 15;61(10):3978-85. |