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ESC/E(Z) complex

Definition

Target type: cellularcomponent

A multimeric protein complex that can methylate lysine-27 and lysine-9 residues of histone H3. In Drosophila the core subunits of the complex include ESC, E(Z), CAF1 (NURF-55) and SU(Z)12. In mammals the core subunits of the complex include EED, EZH2, SUZ12 and RBBP4. [GOC:bf, GOC:sp, PMID:12408863, PMID:12408864, PMID:20064375]

The ESC/E(Z) complex is a large multi-protein complex that plays a crucial role in regulating gene expression in eukaryotes. This complex is known for its histone-modifying activity, primarily acting as a histone acetyltransferase (HAT). It is a highly conserved complex across different species, with subunits that show remarkable structural and functional similarities.

The core components of the ESC/E(Z) complex include:

* **E(Z)**: This is the catalytic subunit of the complex, responsible for its histone acetyltransferase activity. It belongs to the GNAT family of histone acetyltransferases. E(Z) specifically acetylates lysine 27 on histone H3 (H3K27), which is a key histone modification involved in gene repression.
* **ESC/Su(z)12**: This subunit is responsible for recognizing and binding to specific DNA sequences, often acting as a bridge between the complex and the target gene. It interacts with DNA through its chromodomain, a conserved protein domain involved in recognizing histone modifications.
* **NURF55/RbAp48**: This subunit is involved in stabilizing the complex and mediating interactions with other proteins. It is a structural component that contributes to the overall stability of the ESC/E(Z) complex.
* **RBBP4/7**: This subunit is also important for structural stability and plays a role in coordinating the interaction between different subunits. It helps to maintain the integrity of the complex and facilitates its recruitment to target genes.
* **E(Pc)**: This subunit is involved in regulating the activity of the complex and is known to interact with other chromatin-modifying proteins. It acts as a regulatory component that modulates the activity of the ESC/E(Z) complex.

The specific composition and function of the ESC/E(Z) complex can vary depending on the organism and the cellular context. However, the core subunits and their general functions remain relatively consistent.

In addition to the core subunits, the ESC/E(Z) complex can associate with other proteins that contribute to its specific functions. These accessory proteins can influence the targeting, activity, and regulation of the complex.

The ESC/E(Z) complex is crucial for proper development and cellular function. Its role in gene repression and its involvement in diverse cellular processes such as cell cycle control, differentiation, and development underscore its importance in maintaining cellular homeostasis.'
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Proteins (10)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
DNA (cytosine-5)-methyltransferase 3-likeA DNA (cytosine-5)-methyltransferase 3-like that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q9UJW3]Homo sapiens (human)
NAD-dependent protein deacetylase sirtuin-1An NAD-dependent protein deacetylase sirtuin-1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q96EB6]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase EZH1A histone-lysine N-methyltransferase EZH1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q92800]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone deacetylase 2A histone deacetylase 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q92769]Homo sapiens (human)
Zinc finger protein AEBP2A zinc finger protein AEBP2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q6ZN18]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-binding protein RBBP7A histone-binding protein RBBP7 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q16576]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-lysine N-methyltransferase EZH2A histone-lysine N-methyltransferase EZH2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q15910]Homo sapiens (human)
Polycomb protein SUZ12A polycomb protein SUZ12 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q15022]Homo sapiens (human)
Histone-binding protein RBBP4A histone-binding protein RBBP4 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q09028]Homo sapiens (human)
Polycomb protein EEDA polycomb protein EED that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:O75530]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (143)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
gamma-aminobutyric acidgamma-aminobutyric acid : A gamma-amino acid that is butanoic acid with the amino substituent located at C-4.

gamma-Aminobutyric Acid: The most common inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system.
amino acid zwitterion;
gamma-amino acid;
monocarboxylic acid
human metabolite;
neurotransmitter;
Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite;
signalling molecule
butyric acidbutyrate : A short-chain fatty acid anion that is the conjugate base of butyric acid, obtained by deprotonation of the carboxy group.

butyric acid : A straight-chain saturated fatty acid that is butane in which one of the terminal methyl groups has been oxidised to a carboxy group.

Butyric Acid: A four carbon acid, CH3CH2CH2COOH, with an unpleasant odor that occurs in butter and animal fat as the glycerol ester.
fatty acid 4:0;
straight-chain saturated fatty acid
human urinary metabolite;
Mycoplasma genitalium metabolite
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
astemizoleastemizole : A piperidine compound having a 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl group at the 1-position and an N-[(4-fluorobenzyl)benzimidazol-2-yl]amino group at the 4-position.

Astemizole: Antihistamine drug now withdrawn from the market in many countries because of rare but potentially fatal side effects.
benzimidazoles;
piperidines
anti-allergic agent;
anticoronaviral agent;
H1-receptor antagonist
bisindolylmaleimide ibisindolylmaleimide I: a bis(indolyl)maleimide
bisindolylmaleimide vbisindolylmaleimide V: used as a negative control compound for protein kinase C inhibition; structure in first source;indoles
bufexamacbufexamac : A hydroxamic acid derived from phenylacetamide in which the benzene moiety is substituted at C-4 by a butoxy group. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties.

Bufexamac: A benzeneacetamide with anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic action. It is administered topically, orally, or rectally.
aromatic ether;
hydroxamic acid
antipyretic;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
celecoxiborganofluorine compound;
pyrazoles;
sulfonamide;
toluenes
cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor;
geroprotector;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
ci 994tacedinaline : A benzamide obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 4-acetamidobenzoic acid with one of the amino groups of 1,2-phenylenediamine. An oral cytostatic drug with impressive differential activity against leukemic cells and normal stem-cells. Also used in combination therapy for selected tumors including non-smoll cell lung, pancreatic, breast, and colorectal cancers.

tacedinaline: oral cytostatic drug with impressive differential activity against leukemic cells & normal stem-cells
acetamides;
benzamides;
substituted aniline
antineoplastic agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
clioquinol5-chloro-7-iodoquinolin-8-ol : A monohydroxyquinoline that is quinolin-8-ol in which the hydrogens at positions 5 and 7 are replaced by chlorine and iodine, respectively. It has antibacterial and atifungal properties, and is used in creams for the treatment of skin infections. It has also been investigated as a chelator of copper and zinc ions for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

Clioquinol: A potentially neurotoxic 8-hydroxyquinoline derivative long used as a topical anti-infective, intestinal antiamebic, and vaginal trichomonacide. The oral preparation has been shown to cause subacute myelo-optic neuropathy and has been banned worldwide.
monohydroxyquinoline;
organochlorine compound;
organoiodine compound
antibacterial agent;
antifungal agent;
antimicrobial agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antiprotozoal drug;
chelator;
copper chelator
valproic acidvalproic acid : A branched-chain saturated fatty acid that comprises of a propyl substituent on a pentanoic acid stem.

Valproic Acid: A fatty acid with anticonvulsant and anti-manic properties that is used in the treatment of EPILEPSY and BIPOLAR DISORDER. The mechanisms of its therapeutic actions are not well understood. It may act by increasing GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID levels in the brain or by altering the properties of VOLTAGE-GATED SODIUM CHANNELS.
branched-chain fatty acid;
branched-chain saturated fatty acid
anticonvulsant;
antimanic drug;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
GABA agent;
neuroprotective agent;
psychotropic drug;
teratogenic agent
fluconazolefluconazole : A member of the class of triazoles that is propan-2-ol substituted at position 1 and 3 by 1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl groups and at position 2 by a 2,4-difluorophenyl group. It is an antifungal drug used for the treatment of mucosal candidiasis and for systemic infections including systemic candidiasis, coccidioidomycosis, and cryptococcosis.

Fluconazole: Triazole antifungal agent that is used to treat oropharyngeal CANDIDIASIS and cryptococcal MENINGITIS in AIDS.
conazole antifungal drug;
difluorobenzene;
tertiary alcohol;
triazole antifungal drug
environmental contaminant;
P450 inhibitor;
xenobiotic
beta-thujaplicinbeta-thujaplicin : A monoterpenoid that is cyclohepta-2,4,6-trien-1-one substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2 and an isopropyl group at position 4. Isolated from Thuja plicata and Chamaecyparis obtusa, it exhibits antimicrobial activities.

beta-thujaplicin: structure
cyclic ketone;
enol;
monoterpenoid
antibacterial agent;
antifungal agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antiplasmodial drug;
plant metabolite
4-(dimethylamino)-n-(7-(hydroxyamino)-7-oxoheptyl)benzamide4-(dimethylamino)-N-(7-(hydroxyamino)-7-oxoheptyl)benzamide: structure in first source

4-(dimethylamino)-N-[7-(hydroxyamino)-7-oxoheptyl]benzamide : A benzamide resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 4-(dimethylamino)benzoic acid with the amino group of 7-amino-N-hydroxyheptanamide. It is a potent inhibitor of histone deacetylases and induces cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in several human cancer cell lines.
benzamides;
hydroxamic acid;
secondary carboxamide;
tertiary amino compound
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
entinostatbenzamides;
carbamate ester;
primary amino compound;
pyridines;
substituted aniline
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
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
4-phenylbutyric acid4-phenylbutyric acid : A monocarboxylic acid the structure of which is that of butyric acid substituted with a phenyl group at C-4. It is a histone deacetylase inhibitor that displays anticancer activity. It inhibits cell proliferation, invasion and migration and induces apoptosis in glioma cells. It also inhibits protein isoprenylation, depletes plasma glutamine, increases production of foetal haemoglobin through transcriptional activation of the gamma-globin gene and affects hPPARgamma activation.

4-phenylbutyric acid: RN refers to the parent cpd
monocarboxylic acidantineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
prodrug
pomiferinpomiferin: structure in first sourceisoflavanones
procainamideprocainamide : A benzamide that is 4-aminobenzamide substituted on the amide N by a 2-(diethylamino)ethyl group. It is a pharmaceutical antiarrhythmic agent used for the medical treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.

Procainamide: A class Ia antiarrhythmic drug that is structurally-related to PROCAINE.
benzamidesanti-arrhythmia drug;
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
sodium channel blocker
pyroxamidearomatic amide
ro 31-8220Ro 31-8220: a protein kinase C inhibitorimidothiocarbamic ester;
indoles;
maleimides
EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor
suberoyl bis-hydroxamic acidsuberoyl bis-hydroxamic acid: antineoplastic, Histone Deacetylase inhibitorhydroxamic acid
scriptaidscriptide: provokes translocation of GLUT4 to increase glucose uptake; structure in first sourceisoquinolines
4-phenylbutyric acid, sodium saltsodium phenylbutyrate : The organic sodium salt of 4-phenylbutyric acid. A prodrug for phenylacetate, it is used to treat urea cycle disorders.organic sodium saltEC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
geroprotector;
neuroprotective agent;
orphan drug;
prodrug
fenofibratebenzochromenone;
delta-lactone;
naphtho-alpha-pyrone
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
Sir2 inhibitor
imatinibaromatic amine;
benzamides;
N-methylpiperazine;
pyridines;
pyrimidines
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
tyrosine kinase inhibitor
vorinostatvorinostat : A dicarboxylic acid diamide comprising suberic (octanedioic) acid coupled to aniline and hydroxylamine. A histone deacetylase inhibitor, it is marketed under the name Zolinza for the treatment of cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL).

Vorinostat: A hydroxamic acid and anilide derivative that acts as a HISTONE DEACETYLASE inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of CUTANEOUS T-CELL LYMPHOMA and SEZARY SYNDROME.
dicarboxylic acid diamide;
hydroxamic acid
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) 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
nadNADgeroprotector
4-tert-butylbenzoic acid4-tert-butylbenzoic acid: RN given refers to parent cpdalkylbenzene
dichlonedichlone: structure
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
benzohydroxamic acid
acetylcysteineN-acetyl-L-cysteine : An N-acetyl-L-amino acid that is the N-acetylated derivative of the natural amino acid L-cysteine.acetylcysteine;
L-cysteine derivative;
N-acetyl-L-amino acid
antidote to paracetamol poisoning;
antiinfective agent;
antioxidant;
antiviral drug;
ferroptosis inhibitor;
geroprotector;
human metabolite;
mucolytic;
radical scavenger;
vulnerary
camptothecinNSC 100880: carboxylate (opened lactone) form of camptothecin; RN refers to (S)-isomer; structure given in first sourcedelta-lactone;
pyranoindolizinoquinoline;
quinoline alkaloid;
tertiary alcohol
antineoplastic agent;
EC 5.99.1.2 (DNA topoisomerase) inhibitor;
genotoxin;
plant metabolite
lovastatinlovastatin : A fatty acid ester that is mevastatin carrying an additional methyl group on the carbobicyclic skeleton. It is used in as an anticholesteremic drug and has been found in fungal species such as Aspergillus terreus and Pleurotus ostreatus (oyster mushroom).

Lovastatin: A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver.
delta-lactone;
fatty acid ester;
hexahydronaphthalenes;
polyketide;
statin (naturally occurring)
anticholesteremic drug;
antineoplastic agent;
Aspergillus metabolite;
prodrug
atorvastatinaromatic amide;
dihydroxy monocarboxylic acid;
monofluorobenzenes;
pyrroles;
statin (synthetic)
environmental contaminant;
xenobiotic
epigallocatechin gallate(-)-epigallocatechin 3-gallate : A gallate ester obtained by the formal condensation of gallic acid with the (3R)-hydroxy group of (-)-epigallocatechin.

epigallocatechin gallate: a steroid 5alpha-reductase inhibitor and antimutagen in green tea (Camellia sinensis)
flavans;
gallate ester;
polyphenol
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
apoptosis inducer;
geroprotector;
Hsp90 inhibitor;
neuroprotective agent;
plant metabolite
bendamustinebenzimidazoles
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
5,5'-methylenedisalicylic acid5,5'-methylenedisalicylic acid: inhibits attachment of ribosomes to microsomal membranes; RN given refers to parent cpd; structure in first source & Merck Index, 9th ed, #5934
ubenimexubenimex: growth inhibitor
3-deazaneplanocin3-deazaneplanocin: S-adenosylhomocysteine hydrolase antagonist
osajinosajin: from Maclura pomiferaisoflavanones
tanshinonetanshinone: from root of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge; RN given refers to tanshinone I; cardioprotective agent and neuroprotective agentabietane diterpenoidanticoronaviral agent
przewaquinone dprzewaquinone D: isolated from root of Salvia przewalskii; structure given in first source; RN given refers to the trans- isomer, przewaquinone D
tanshinone ii atashinone IIA: a cardiovascular agent with antineoplastic activity; isolated from Salvia miltiorrhiza; structure in first sourceabietane diterpenoid
lapatinibfurans;
organochlorine compound;
organofluorine compound;
quinazolines
antineoplastic agent;
tyrosine kinase inhibitor
N-hydroxy-2-phenylacetamideacetamides
n-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetamideN-hydroxy-2,2-diphenylacetamide: a class IIa HDAC inhibitor; structure in first source
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
bortezomibamino acid amide;
L-phenylalanine derivative;
pyrazines
antineoplastic agent;
antiprotozoal drug;
protease inhibitor;
proteasome inhibitor
trapoxin atrapoxin B: from Helicoma ambiens; structure given in first source
s-adenosylhomocysteineS-adenosyl-L-homocysteine : An organic sulfide that is the S-adenosyl derivative of L-homocysteine.

S-Adenosylhomocysteine: 5'-S-(3-Amino-3-carboxypropyl)-5'-thioadenosine. Formed from S-adenosylmethionine after transmethylation reactions.
adenosines;
amino acid zwitterion;
homocysteine derivative;
homocysteines;
organic sulfide
cofactor;
EC 2.1.1.72 [site-specific DNA-methyltransferase (adenine-specific)] inhibitor;
EC 2.1.1.79 (cyclopropane-fatty-acyl-phospholipid synthase) inhibitor;
epitope;
fundamental metabolite
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;
surfactin csurfactin C : A cyclodepsipeptide that is N-[(3R)-3-hydroxy-13-methyltetradecanoyl]-L-alpha-glutamyl-L-leucyl-D-leucyl-L-valyl-L-alpha-aspartyl-D-leucyl-L-leucine in which the C-terminal carboxy group has been lactonised by condensation with the alcoholic hydroxy group.cyclodepsipeptide;
lipopeptide antibiotic;
macrocyclic lactone
antibacterial agent;
antifungal agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antiviral agent;
metabolite;
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
surfactant
e-z cinnamic acidcinnamic acid : A monocarboxylic acid that consists of acrylic acid bearing a phenyl substituent at the 3-position. It is found in Cinnamomum cassia.

trans-cinnamic acid : The E (trans) isomer of cinnamic acid
cinnamic acidplant metabolite
trichostatin atrichostatin A: chelates zinc ion in the active site of histone deacetylases, resulting in preventing histone unpacking so DNA is less available for transcription; do not confuse with TRICHOSANTHIN which is a protein; found in STREPTOMYCESantibiotic antifungal agent;
hydroxamic acid;
trichostatin
bacterial metabolite;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
geroprotector
resveratroltrans-resveratrol : A resveratrol in which the double bond has E configuration.resveratrolantioxidant;
phytoalexin;
plant metabolite;
quorum sensing inhibitor;
radical scavenger
caffeic acidtrans-caffeic acid : The trans-isomer of caffeic acid.caffeic acidgeroprotector;
mouse metabolite
rg108RG108: DNA methyltransferase inhibitor; structure in first sourceindolyl carboxylic acid
CHIC-35CHIC-35 : An organic heterotricyclic compound resulting from the formal fusion of the 2-3 bond of 5-chloroindole with the 2-3 bond of cycloheptanecarboxamide (the S enantiomer). It is a potent, cell-permeable, metabolically stable and selective inhibitor of the deacetylase SIRT1.aromatic compound;
organic heterotricyclic compound;
organochlorine compound;
primary carboxamide
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
curcumincurcumin : A beta-diketone that is methane in which two of the hydrogens are substituted by feruloyl groups. A natural dyestuff found in the root of Curcuma longa.

Curcumin: A yellow-orange dye obtained from tumeric, the powdered root of CURCUMA longa. It is used in the preparation of curcuma paper and the detection of boron. Curcumin appears to possess a spectrum of pharmacological properties, due primarily to its inhibitory effects on metabolic enzymes.
aromatic ether;
beta-diketone;
diarylheptanoid;
enone;
polyphenol
anti-inflammatory agent;
antifungal agent;
antineoplastic agent;
biological pigment;
contraceptive drug;
dye;
EC 1.1.1.205 (IMP dehydrogenase) inhibitor;
EC 1.1.1.21 (aldehyde reductase) inhibitor;
EC 1.1.1.25 (shikimate dehydrogenase) inhibitor;
EC 1.6.5.2 [NAD(P)H dehydrogenase (quinone)] inhibitor;
EC 1.8.1.9 (thioredoxin reductase) inhibitor;
EC 2.7.10.2 (non-specific protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
flavouring agent;
food colouring;
geroprotector;
hepatoprotective agent;
immunomodulator;
iron chelator;
ligand;
lipoxygenase inhibitor;
metabolite;
neuroprotective agent;
nutraceutical;
radical scavenger
3-(1-azepanylsulfonyl)-n-(3-bromphenyl)benzamide3-(1-azepanylsulfonyl)-N-(3-bromphenyl)benzamide: a sirtuin 2 inhibitor; structure in first source
chlorogenic acidcaffeoylquinic acid: Antiviral Agent; structure in first source

chlorogenate : A monocarboxylic acid anion that is the conjugate base of chlorogenic acid; major species at pH 7.3.
cinnamate ester;
tannin
food component;
plant metabolite
CAY10591CAY10591: a SIRT1 NAD-dependent histone deacetylase activatorquinoxaline derivative
sirtinolaldimine;
benzamides;
naphthols
anti-inflammatory agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
Sir2 inhibitor
zd 6474CH 331: structure in first sourcearomatic ether;
organobromine compound;
organofluorine compound;
piperidines;
quinazolines;
secondary amine
antineoplastic agent;
tyrosine kinase inhibitor
desmethylanethol trithionedesmethylanethol trithione: metabolite of anethol trithione; structure given in first source
cambinolcambinol: inhibitor of human silent information regulator 2 enzymes; structure in first source
5-chloro-7-[(4-ethyl-1-piperazinyl)-(3-pyridinyl)methyl]-8-quinolinolorganochlorine compound;
quinolines
(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
sodium butyrateorganic sodium saltEC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
geroprotector
5'-o-caffeoylquinic acidtrans-5-O-caffeoyl-D-quinic acid : A cinnamate ester obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of trans-caffeic acid with the 5-hydroxy group of quinic acid.cinnamate ester;
cyclitol carboxylic acid
plant metabolite
harmineharmine : A harmala alkaloid in which the harman skeleton is methoxy-substituted at C-7.

Harmine: Alkaloid isolated from seeds of PEGANUM HARMALA; ZYGOPHYLLACEAE. It is identical to banisterine, or telepathine, from Banisteria caapi and is one of the active ingredients of hallucinogenic drinks made in the western Amazon region from related plants. It has no therapeutic use, but (as banisterine) was hailed as a cure for postencephalitic PARKINSON DISEASE in the 1920's.
harmala alkaloidanti-HIV agent;
EC 1.4.3.4 (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor;
metabolite
genistein7-hydroxyisoflavonesantineoplastic agent;
EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor;
geroprotector;
human urinary metabolite;
phytoestrogen;
plant metabolite;
tyrosine kinase inhibitor
aureusidinaureusidin : A hydroxyaurone that is aurone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 4, 6, 3' and 4' respectively.

aureusidin: structure in first source
hydroxyauroneplant metabolite
scutellareinscutellarein : Flavone substituted with hydroxy groups at C-4', -5, -6 and -7.

scutellarein: aglycone of scutellarin from Scutellaria baicalensis; carthamidin is 2S isomer of scutellarein; do not confuse with isoscutellarein and/or isocarthamidin which are respective regioisomers, or with the scutelarin protein
tetrahydroxyflavonemetabolite
wedelolactonewedelolactone : A member of the class of coumestans that is coumestan with hydroxy substituents as positions 1, 8 and 9 and a methoxy substituent at position 3.

wedelolactone: antihepatotoxic coumestan from Eclipta prostrata and Wedelia calendulacea (both Asteraceae); structure given in first source
aromatic ether;
coumestans;
delta-lactone;
polyphenol
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor;
hepatoprotective agent;
metabolite
romidepsindepsipeptide : A natural or synthetic compound having a sequence of amino and hydroxy carboxylic acid residues (usually alpha-amino and alpha-hydroxy acids), commonly but not necessarily regularly alternating.cyclodepsipeptide;
heterocyclic antibiotic;
organic disulfide
antineoplastic agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
cinnamoylhydroxamic acidcinnamoylhydroxamic acid: RN given refers to parent cpd
3',4'-dihydroxyaurone3',4'-dihydroxyaurone : A hydroxyaurone that is aurone which is substituted by hydroxy groups at the 3' and 4' positions; major species at pH 7.3. It shows inhibitory activity against several isoforms of the histone deacetylase complex (HDAC).catechols;
hydroxyaurone
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
psammaplin apsammaplin A: isolated from marine sponges Poecillastra and Jaspis; structure in second source
trichostatin ctrichostatin C: glycosylated trichostatin A; structure given in first source; do not confuse with TRICHOSANTHINO-amino sugar;
trichostatin
laq824LAQ824: Histone deacetylase inhibitor
indigo carmine3,5-di-O-(E)-caffeoylquinic acid: from roots of Lychnophora ericoides; structure in first source

3,5-di-O-caffeoyl quinic acid : A carboxylic ester that is the diester obtained by the condensation of the hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 5 of (-)-quinic acid with the carboxy group of trans-caffeic acid. Isolated from Brazilian propolis and Suaeda glauca, it exhibits hepatoprotective and cytotoxic activities.
tanespimycinCP 127374: analog of herbimycin A1,4-benzoquinones;
ansamycin;
carbamate ester;
organic heterobicyclic compound;
secondary amino compound
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
Hsp90 inhibitor
pd 404182
tubacintubacin: inhibits histone deacetylase 6; structure in first source1,3-oxazoles
(3S,6S,9S,12R)-3-[(2S)-Butan-2-yl]-6-[(1-methoxyindol-3-yl)methyl]-9-(6-oxooctyl)-1,4,7,10-tetrazabicyclo[10.4.0]hexadecane-2,5,8,11-tetroneoligopeptide
belinostathydroxamic acid;
olefinic compound;
sulfonamide
antineoplastic agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
sk-7041SK-7041: an antineoplastic agent; structure in first source
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
hdac-42HDAC-42: structure in first sourceamidobenzoic acid
4-acetamido-N-(2-amino-5-thiophen-2-ylphenyl)benzamidebenzamides
n1-(2-aminophenyl)-n7-phenylheptanediamide
bml 210N1-(2-aminophenyl)-N8-phenyloctanediamide: InChIKey: RFLHBLWLFUFFDZ-UHFFFAOYSA-Ndicarboxylic acid diamideantineoplastic agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
n-(2-amino-5-fluorobenzyl)-4-(n-(pyridine-3-acrylyl)aminomethyl)benzamide
givinostatcarbamate ester
mocetinostatmocetinostat : A benzamide obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 4-({[4-(pyridin-3-yl)pyrimidin-2-yl]amino}methyl)benzoic acid with one of the amino groups of benzene-1,2-diamine. It is an orally active and isotype-selective HDAC inhibitor which exhibits antitumour activity (IC50 = 0.15, 0.29, 1.66 and 0.59 muM for HDAC1, HDAC2, HDAC3 and HDAC11).

mocetinostat: undergoing phase II clinical trials for treatment of cancer
aminopyrimidine;
benzamides;
pyridines;
secondary amino compound;
secondary carboxamide;
substituted aniline
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
autophagy inducer;
cardioprotective agent;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor;
hepatotoxic agent
methyl 3,5-di-o-caffeoyl quinate3,5-dicaffeoylquinic acid methyl ester: results suggest that the effect of 3,5-dicaffeoylquinic esters on CHS is associated with a decrease in the production of interleukins, but not with the inhibition of iNOS expression. Moreover, esterification of the carboxyl group at C-1 enhanced protection against tyrosine nitration in the skin

methyl 3,5-di-O-caffeoyl quinate : A methyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 3,5-di-O-caffeoyl quinic acid with methanol. Isolated from Suaeda glauca and Dichrocephala bicolor, it exhibits hepatoprotective activity.
oblongifolin coblongifolin C: has antineoplastic activity; isolated from Garcinia yunnanensis; structure in first source
r 306465
luotonin aluotonin A: structure in first sourcequinazolines
quisinostatindoles
abexinostatabexinostat: structure in first sourcebenzofurans
chidamidebenzamides
hc toxin
azumamide eazumamide E: a natural cyclic tetrapeptide isolated from marine sponge Mycale izuensis; histone deacetylase inhibitor; structure in first source
cnf 20242-aminopurines;
aromatic ether;
organochlorine compound;
pyridines
antineoplastic agent;
Hsp90 inhibitor
N-(2-aminophenyl)-2-pyrazinecarboxamidearomatic amide
kd 5170KD 5170: a histone deacetylase inhibitor; structure in first source
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
pci 34051PCI 34051: an HDAC8 inhibitorindolecarboxamide
cudc 1017-(4-(3-ethynylphenylamino)-7-methoxyquinazolin-6-yloxy)-N-hydroxyheptanamide: a histone deacetylase inhibitor; structure in first source
largazolelargazole: an antiproliferative agent from Symploca; 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
sgi-1027SGI-1027: inhibits DNA methyltransferase 1; structure in first source
N-[4-[3-[[[7-(hydroxyamino)-7-oxoheptyl]amino]-oxomethyl]-5-isoxazolyl]phenyl]carbamic acid tert-butyl esterCAY10603: a HDAC6 inhibitorcarbamate ester
trichostatin rktrichostatin RK: from Streptomyces sp. RK98-A74.; structure in first source
jq1 compoundcarboxylic ester;
organochlorine compound;
tert-butyl ester;
thienotriazolodiazepine
angiogenesis inhibitor;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
bromodomain-containing protein 4 inhibitor;
cardioprotective agent;
ferroptosis inducer
tubastatin ahydroxamic acid;
pyridoindole;
tertiary amino compound
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
pracinostatpracinostat : A hydroxamic acid that is N-hydroxyacrylamide which is substituted at position 3 by a 2-butyl-1-[2-(diethylamino)ethyl]-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl group (the E isomer). An orally available pan-histone deacetylase inhibitor with demonstrated activity in the treatment of advanced solid tumours.benzimidazole;
hydroxamic acid;
olefinic compound;
tertiary amino compound
antimalarial;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor
acy-1215ricolinostat: an HDAC6 inhibitor; structure in first sourcepyrimidinecarboxylic acid
cudc-907
rgfp966
rg2833RG2833: a histone deacetylase inhibitor; structure in first source
mi-192MI-192: histone deacetylase 2 and 3 inhibitor; structure in first source
acy-738
2-((1-(3-fluorophenyl)cyclohexyl)amino)-n-hydroxypyrimidine-5-carboxamide
epz005687EPZ005687: inhibits EZH2 protein; structure in first sourceindazoles
epz-6438tazemetostat: a histone methyltransferase EZH2 inhibitor with antineoplastic activity
gsk-2816126GSK-2816126: inhibits EZH2 methyltransferase; structure in first sourcepiperazines;
pyridines
gsk343GSK343 : A member of the class of indazoles that is 1-isopropyl-1H-indazole-4-carboxamide in which the nitrogen of the carboxamide group is substituted by a (6-methyl-2-oxo-4-propyl-1,2-dihydropyridin-3-yl)methyl group and in which the indazole ring is substituted at position 6 by a 2-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)pyridin-4-yl group. A highly potent and selective EZH2 inhibitor (IC50 = 4 nM).

GSK343: an EZH2 methyltransferase inhibitor
aminopyridine;
indazoles;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
pyridone;
secondary carboxamide
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 2.1.1.43 (enhancer of zeste homolog 2) inhibitor
4-((1-butyl-3-phenylureido)methyl)-n-hydroxybenzamide4-((1-butyl-3-phenylureido)methyl)-N-hydroxybenzamide: inhibits HDAC6; structure in first source
osimertinibosimertinib : A member of the class of aminopyrimidines that is 4-(1-methylindol-3-yl)pyrimidin-2-amine in which one of the amino hydrogens is replaced by a 2-methoxy-4-[2-(dimethylamino)ethyl](methyl)amino-5-acrylamidophenyl group. Used (as the mesylate salt) for treatment of EGFR T790M mutation positive non-small cell lung cancer.

osimertinib: an EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor
acrylamides;
aminopyrimidine;
biaryl;
indoles;
monomethoxybenzene;
secondary amino compound;
secondary carboxamide;
substituted aniline;
tertiary amino compound
antineoplastic agent;
epidermal growth factor receptor antagonist
1-[(1R)-1-(1-ethylsulfonyl-4-piperidinyl)ethyl]-N-[(4-methoxy-6-methyl-2-oxo-1H-pyridin-3-yl)methyl]-2-methyl-3-indolecarboxamide(R)-1-(1-(1-(ethylsulfonyl)piperidin-4-yl)ethyl)-N-((4-methoxy-6-methyl-2-oxo-1,2-dihydropyridin-3-yl)methyl)-2-methyl-1H-indole-3-carboxamide: EZH2 inhibitorindolecarboxamide
santacruzamate asantacruzamate A: HDAC2 inhibitor from the Panamanian marine cyanobacterium cf. Symploca sp.; structure in first sourceorganonitrogen compound;
organooxygen compound
aristoforinAristoforin: derivative of hyperforin, is a potent anticancer agent; structure in first source
n-(3-((2-hydroxynaphthalen-1-ylmethylene)amino)phenyl)-2-phenylpropionamide