CAS 152075-98-4

Scytonemin

Description:

Scytonemin is a natural pigment belonging to the class of mycosporine-like amino acids (MAAs), primarily produced by certain cyanobacteria and some algae as a protective mechanism against ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It is characterized by its unique structure, which includes a bicyclic core that contributes to its UV-absorbing properties. Scytonemin exhibits strong absorbance in the UV range, effectively shielding organisms from harmful radiation, thereby playing a crucial role in their survival in extreme environments. This compound is typically yellow to brown in color and is soluble in organic solvents, making it distinct from many other pigments. Additionally, scytonemin has garnered interest for its potential applications in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals due to its antioxidant properties. Its presence in various ecosystems highlights its ecological significance, particularly in habitats exposed to high levels of sunlight. Overall, scytonemin serves as an important example of how organisms adapt biochemically to their environments.

Formula: C₃₆H₂₀N₂O₄

InChI: InChI=1/C36H20N2O4/c39-21-13-9-19(10-14-21)17-25-33-29(23-5-1-3-7-27(23)37-33)31(35(25)41)32-30-24-6-2-4-8-28(24)38-34(30)26(36(32)42)18-20-11-15-22(40)16-12-20/h1-18,37-38H

InChI key: InChIKey=CGZKSPLDUIRCIO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C1C(=C2C(C1=CC3=CC=C(O)C=C3)=NC=4C2=CC=CC4)C5=C6C(C(=CC7=CC=C(O)C=C7)C5=O)=NC=8C6=CC=CC8

Synonyms:

• Scytonemin
• [1,1′-Bicyclopent[b]indole]-2,2′(3H,3′H)-dione, 3,3′-bis[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methylene]-
• Cyclopent[b]indole, bimol. deriv.
• 3,3′-Bis[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methylene][1,1′-bicyclopent[b]indole]-2,2′(3H,3′H)-dione
• (1,1'-Bicyclopent(b)indole)-2,2'(3H,3'H)-dione, 3,3'-bis((4-hydroxyphenyl)methylene)-
• 3,3'-Bis((4-hydroxyphenyl)methylene)-(1,1'-bicyclopent(b)indole)-2,2'(3H,3'H)-dione
• 3,3'-bis[(4-oxocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-ylidene)methyl]-1,1'-bicyclopenta[b]indole-2,2'(4H,4'H)-dione

Scytonemin

CAS: 152075-98-4

Formula: C₃₆H₂₀N₂O₄

Molecular weight: 544.57

Ref: 4Z-S-221001

Scytonemin

CAS: 152075-98-4

Scytonemin, a cyanobacterial pigment, inhibits cancer cell growth by decreasing Plk1 activity, especially effective on U266 myeloma cells.

Formula: C₃₆H₂₀N₂O₄

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 544.55

Ref: TM-T70495