5-AMINO-1MQ
5-AMINO-1MQ is a small-molecule compound studied for its interaction with nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT). It is commonly referenced in metabolic regulation research, including enzymatic and cellular pathway investigations.
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Description
NNMT Interaction Studies
5-AMINO-1MQ is primarily examined for its inhibitory interaction with NNMT, an enzyme involved in nicotinamide methylation and NAD-related metabolism [1,2]. By modulating NNMT activity in experimental systems, researchers evaluate downstream shifts in methyl donor utilization, enzymatic output, and pathway-level signaling. This compound is often used as a tool molecule in studies focused on mechanistic mapping rather than outcome-driven claims.
Metabolic Pathway Exploration
NNMT has been linked in research literature to metabolic adaptation, lipid handling, and mitochondrial signaling in controlled models [2]. As a result, 5-AMINO-1MQ is frequently included in enzyme kinetics assays, pathway modulation studies, and comparative screening panels. Its defined structure supports reproducible experimental setups across biochemical assays and cell-based research models.
Molecular Characterization and Assay Use
Because pathway studies depend on consistency, researchers commonly pair 5-AMINO-1MQ with analytics that quantify enzyme activity, transcript shifts, or metabolite changes [1]. These workflows help clarify NNMT-associated biochemical relationships and support hypothesis testing for metabolic network behavior.
Key Specs
- Research context: NNMT interaction, enzyme and pathway assays
- Common model types: biochemical assays, cell-based pathway studies
- References: PubChem and PubMed [1,2]
Referenced Citations
- PubChem, 5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium:
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium - PubMed, NNMT and metabolic regulation (review and mechanistic context):
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30076223/
NNMT Interaction Studies
5-AMINO-1MQ is primarily examined for its inhibitory interaction with NNMT, an enzyme involved in nicotinamide methylation and NAD-related metabolism [1,2]. By modulating NNMT activity in experimental systems, researchers evaluate downstream shifts in methyl donor utilization, enzymatic output, and pathway-level signaling. This compound is often used as a tool molecule in studies focused on mechanistic mapping rather than outcome-driven claims.
Metabolic Pathway Exploration
NNMT has been linked in research literature to metabolic adaptation, lipid handling, and mitochondrial signaling in controlled models [2]. As a result, 5-AMINO-1MQ is frequently included in enzyme kinetics assays, pathway modulation studies, and comparative screening panels. Its defined structure supports reproducible experimental setups across biochemical assays and cell-based research models.
Molecular Characterization and Assay Use
Because pathway studies depend on consistency, researchers commonly pair 5-AMINO-1MQ with analytics that quantify enzyme activity, transcript shifts, or metabolite changes [1]. These workflows help clarify NNMT-associated biochemical relationships and support hypothesis testing for metabolic network behavior.
Key Specs
- Research context: NNMT interaction, enzyme and pathway assays
- Common model types: biochemical assays, cell-based pathway studies
- References: PubChem and PubMed [1,2]
Referenced Citations
- PubChem, 5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium:
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5-Amino-1-methylquinolinium - PubMed, NNMT and metabolic regulation (review and mechanistic context):
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30076223/
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