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cellular lipid catabolic process

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of lipids, as carried out by individual cells. [GOC:jl]

Cellular lipid catabolic processes encompass the breakdown of lipids, a diverse class of molecules including fats, oils, waxes, and steroids. These processes are essential for energy production, membrane remodeling, and the generation of signaling molecules. They involve a series of enzymatic reactions that break down complex lipid structures into smaller, more readily utilizable units.

**Lipase-mediated Hydrolysis:**
Lipases, a group of enzymes, play a crucial role in the initial breakdown of triglycerides, the most common form of stored fat. Lipases hydrolyze ester bonds in triglycerides, releasing glycerol and free fatty acids. This hydrolysis occurs in various locations, including the intestines during digestion and within cells in specialized organelles called lysosomes.

**Beta-Oxidation of Fatty Acids:**
Free fatty acids, the primary products of triglyceride hydrolysis, undergo a process called beta-oxidation, which takes place in the mitochondria. Beta-oxidation is a cyclical series of reactions that break down fatty acids two carbon atoms at a time, producing acetyl-CoA, a central molecule in cellular metabolism. This process generates ATP, the main energy currency of the cell.

**Cholesterol Metabolism:**
Cholesterol, a lipid vital for cell membrane structure and the synthesis of hormones, is also subject to catabolic processes. Cholesterol metabolism involves the conversion of cholesterol to bile acids, which aid in fat digestion in the intestines, or to steroid hormones.

**Regulation of Lipid Catabolism:**
The intricate network of lipid catabolic processes is tightly regulated by various factors, including hormonal signals, nutritional status, and cellular energy needs. Hormones like glucagon and epinephrine stimulate lipid breakdown during periods of energy depletion, while insulin suppresses it during periods of nutrient abundance.

**Significance of Cellular Lipid Catabolism:**
Cellular lipid catabolism is essential for multiple biological functions, including:

- **Energy Production:** The breakdown of lipids provides a significant source of energy for cells, particularly during periods of fasting or intense exercise.
- **Membrane Remodeling:** Lipid catabolism generates building blocks for membrane synthesis and repair, ensuring the integrity of cellular compartments.
- **Signaling Molecule Production:** Lipids serve as precursors for the synthesis of signaling molecules, such as hormones and prostaglandins, which regulate various cellular processes.
- **Waste Product Elimination:** Catabolic pathways remove excess or damaged lipids, maintaining cellular homeostasis.

Disruptions in cellular lipid catabolism can lead to various metabolic disorders, including obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Understanding the complex interplay of these processes is crucial for developing therapeutic strategies for these conditions.'
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Proteins (1)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
NAD-dependent protein deacetylase sirtuin-2An NAD-dependent protein deacetylase sirtuin-2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q8IXJ6]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (34)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
niacinamidenicotinamide : A pyridinecarboxamide that is pyridine in which the hydrogen at position 3 is replaced by a carboxamide group.pyridine alkaloid;
pyridinecarboxamide;
vitamin B3
anti-inflammatory agent;
antioxidant;
cofactor;
EC 2.4.2.30 (NAD(+) ADP-ribosyltransferase) inhibitor;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
Escherichia coli metabolite;
geroprotector;
human urinary metabolite;
metabolite;
mouse metabolite;
neuroprotective agent;
Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite;
Sir2 inhibitor
bisindolylmaleimide ibisindolylmaleimide I: a bis(indolyl)maleimide
2-(1-(2-(1-methylpyrrolidino)ethyl)-1h-indol-3-yl)maleimidebisindolylmaleimide II: protein kinase C inhibitor; see also bisindolylmaleimide I
bisindolylmaleimide ivindoles;
maleimides
bisindolylmaleimide vbisindolylmaleimide V: used as a negative control compound for protein kinase C inhibition; structure in first source;indoles
go 6976indolocarbazole;
organic heterohexacyclic compound
EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor
idebenone1,4-benzoquinones;
primary alcohol
antioxidant;
ferroptosis inhibitor
nsc 664704kenpaullone : An indolobenzazepine that is paullone in which the hydrogen at position 9 is replaced by a bromo substituent. It is an ATP-competitive inhibitor of cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs) and glycogen synthase kinase 3beta (GSK3beta).

kenpaullone: inhibits CDK1/cyclin B; structure in first source
indolobenzazepine;
lactam;
organobromine compound
cardioprotective agent;
EC 2.7.11.22 (cyclin-dependent kinase) inhibitor;
EC 2.7.11.26 (tau-protein kinase) inhibitor;
geroprotector
fenamic acidfenamic acid : An aminobenzoic acid that is the N-phenyl derivative of anthranilic acid. It acts as a parent skeleton for the synthesis of several non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

fenamic acid: has chloride and potassium channel-blocking activity; RN given refers to parent cpd
aminobenzoic acid;
secondary amino compound
membrane transport modulator
ro 31-8220Ro 31-8220: a protein kinase C inhibitorimidothiocarbamic ester;
indoles;
maleimides
EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor
fenofibratebenzochromenone;
delta-lactone;
naphtho-alpha-pyrone
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
Sir2 inhibitor
suraminsuramin : A member of the class of phenylureas that is urea in which each of the amino groups has been substituted by a 3-({2-methyl-5-[(4,6,8-trisulfo-1-naphthyl)carbamoyl]phenyl}carbamoyl)phenyl group. An activator of both the rabbit skeletal muscle RyR1 and sheep cardiac RyR2 isoform ryanodine receptor channels, it has been used for the treatment of human African trypanosomiasis for over 100 years.

Suramin: A polyanionic compound with an unknown mechanism of action. It is used parenterally in the treatment of African trypanosomiasis and it has been used clinically with diethylcarbamazine to kill the adult Onchocerca. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1992, p1643) It has also been shown to have potent antineoplastic properties.
naphthalenesulfonic acid;
phenylureas;
secondary carboxamide
angiogenesis inhibitor;
antinematodal drug;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inhibitor;
EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor;
GABA antagonist;
GABA-gated chloride channel antagonist;
purinergic receptor P2 antagonist;
ryanodine receptor agonist;
trypanocidal drug
suramin sodiumsuramin sodium : An organic sodium salt that is the hexasodium salt of suramin. It is an FDA approved drug for African sleeping sickness and river blindness.organic sodium saltangiogenesis inhibitor;
antinematodal drug;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inhibitor;
EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor;
GABA antagonist;
GABA-gated chloride channel antagonist;
purinergic receptor P2 antagonist;
ryanodine receptor agonist;
trypanocidal drug
toxoflavintoxoflavin : A pyrimidotriazine that is 1,6-dimethyl-1,5,6,7-tetrahydropyrimido[5,4-e][1,2,4]triazine with oxo groups at positions 5 and 7.

toxoflavin: azapteridine antibiotic; structure
carbonyl compound;
pyrimidotriazine
antibacterial agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
bacterial metabolite;
toxin;
virulence factor;
Wnt signalling inhibitor
paullonepaullone : An indolobenzazepine that is 5,6,7,12-tetrahydroindolo[3,2-d][1]benzazepine carrying an oxo substituent at position 6.

paullone: structure in first source
indolobenzazepine;
lactam
EC 2.7.11.22 (cyclin-dependent kinase) inhibitor;
EC 2.7.11.26 (tau-protein kinase) inhibitor
hyperforinhyperforin : A cyclic terpene ketone that is a prenylated carbobicyclic acylphloroglucinol derivative produced by St. John's Wort, Hypericum perforatum.

hyperforin: a prenylated acylphloroglucinol derivative; antibiotic component of novoimanine; psychoactive agent in St. John's wort; Russian; structure;
resveratroltrans-resveratrol : A resveratrol in which the double bond has E configuration.resveratrolantioxidant;
phytoalexin;
plant metabolite;
quorum sensing inhibitor;
radical scavenger
3-(1-azepanylsulfonyl)-n-(3-bromphenyl)benzamide3-(1-azepanylsulfonyl)-N-(3-bromphenyl)benzamide: a sirtuin 2 inhibitor; structure in first source
1,4-bis[2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethylamino]anthracene-9,10-dioneanthraquinone
sirtinolaldimine;
benzamides;
naphthols
anti-inflammatory agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
Sir2 inhibitor
cambinolcambinol: inhibitor of human silent information regulator 2 enzymes; structure in first source
(4-chlorophenyl)-[4-(8-nitro-5-quinolinyl)-1-piperazinyl]methanoneN-arylpiperazine
ex 5276-chloro-2,3,4,9-tetrahydro-1H-carbazole-1-carboxamide : A member of the class of carbazoles that is 2,3,4,9-tetrahydro-1H-carbazole which is substituted at position 1 by an aminocarbohyl group and at position 6 by a chlorine.

6-chloro-2,3,4,9-tetrahydro-1H-carbazole-1-carboxamide: structure in first source
carbazoles;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
organochlorine compound
su 11248monocarboxylic acid amide;
pyrroles
angiogenesis inhibitor;
antineoplastic agent;
EC 2.7.10.1 (receptor protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor;
immunomodulator;
neuroprotective agent;
vascular endothelial growth factor receptor antagonist
panobinostatpanobinostat : A hydroxamic acid obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of (2E)-3-[4-({[2-(2-methylindol-3-yl)ethyl]amino}methyl)phenyl]prop-2-enoic acid with the amino group of hydroxylamine. A histone deacetylase inhibitor used (as its lactate salt) in combination with bortezomib and dexamethasone for the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Panobinostat: An indole and hydroxamic acid derivative that acts as a HISTONE DEACETYLASE inhibitor. It is used as an antineoplastic agent in combination with BORTEZOMIB and DEXAMETHASONE for the treatment of MULTIPLE MYELOMA.
cinnamamides;
hydroxamic acid;
methylindole;
secondary amino compound
angiogenesis modulating agent;
antineoplastic agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
oblongifolin coblongifolin C: has antineoplastic activity; isolated from Garcinia yunnanensis; structure in first source
quisinostatindoles
srt1460SRT1460: small molecule activator of SIRT1 as therapeutics for the treatment of type 2 diabetes; structure in first source
srt1720
srt2183SRT2183: small molecule activator of SIRT1 as therapeutics for the treatment of type 2 diabetes; structure in first source
tenovin-6tenovin-6 : A monocarboxylic acid amide obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 5-(dimethylamino)pentanoic acid with the aromatic amino group of N-[(4-aminophenyl)carbamothioyl]-4-tert-butylbenzamide.monocarboxylic acid amide;
tertiary amino compound;
thioureas
antineoplastic agent;
p53 activator;
Sir2 inhibitor
acy-1215ricolinostat: an HDAC6 inhibitor; structure in first sourcepyrimidinecarboxylic acid
aristoforinAristoforin: derivative of hyperforin, is a potent anticancer agent; structure in first source
n-(3-((2-hydroxynaphthalen-1-ylmethylene)amino)phenyl)-2-phenylpropionamide