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acetyltransferase activity
Definition
Target type: molecularfunction
Catalysis of the transfer of an acetyl group to an acceptor molecule. [GOC:ai]
Acetyltransferase activity refers to the enzymatic transfer of an acetyl group from a donor molecule, typically acetyl-CoA, to an acceptor molecule. This process is fundamental to a wide range of cellular functions, including:
1. **Protein modification:** Acetyltransferases play a crucial role in post-translational modifications of proteins, where they attach acetyl groups to lysine residues. This acetylation can alter protein structure, stability, and interactions with other molecules. It can also regulate protein activity, localization, and degradation.
2. **Metabolic pathways:** Acetyltransferases are involved in various metabolic pathways, including carbohydrate metabolism, lipid metabolism, and amino acid metabolism. For example, acetyl-CoA acetyltransferases are essential for the synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol.
3. **Gene regulation:** Acetyltransferases are involved in the regulation of gene expression. Histone acetyltransferases (HATs) catalyze the acetylation of histone proteins, which are components of chromatin. Histone acetylation is associated with increased gene expression, while histone deacetylation is associated with gene silencing.
4. **Signal transduction:** Acetyltransferases can participate in signal transduction pathways. For example, GCN5-related N-acetyltransferase (GNAT) family acetyltransferases are involved in the regulation of inflammatory responses.
5. **Cellular defense:** Some acetyltransferases play roles in cellular defense mechanisms. For example, acetyltransferases are involved in the detoxification of xenobiotics and the activation of immune responses.
The mechanism of acetyltransferase activity typically involves a two-step process:
1. **Binding of the donor and acceptor molecules:** The acetyltransferase enzyme binds to both the acetyl donor molecule (acetyl-CoA) and the acceptor molecule.
2. **Transfer of the acetyl group:** The enzyme facilitates the transfer of the acetyl group from the donor to the acceptor molecule. This transfer often involves a nucleophilic attack by the acceptor molecule on the acetyl group.
The specific activity and substrate specificity of acetyltransferases vary greatly depending on the enzyme and its cellular context. However, the core function of transferring acetyl groups remains essential for a diverse range of cellular processes.'
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Proteins (8)
| Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
|---|---|---|
| Histone acetyltransferase KAT5 | A histone acetyltransferase KAT5 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q92993] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| CREB-binding protein | A CREB-binding protein that is encoded in the genome of human. [PMID:11331617] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Histone acetyltransferase p300 | A histone acetyltransferase p300 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q09472] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Sphingosine kinase 1 | A sphingosine kinase 1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q9NYA1] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Histone acetyltransferase KAT5 | A histone acetyltransferase KAT5 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q92993] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Histone acetyltransferase KAT2B | A histone acetyltransferase KAT2B that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q92831] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| CREB-binding protein | A CREB-binding protein that is encoded in the genome of human. [PMID:11331617] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Histone acetyltransferase p300 | A histone acetyltransferase p300 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q09472] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Compounds (61)
| Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-aminophenol | 4-aminophenol : An amino phenol (one of the three possible isomers) which has the single amino substituent located para to the phenolic -OH group. 4-aminophenol: RN given refers to parent cpd | aminophenol | allergen; metabolite |
| altretamine | Altretamine: A hexamethyl-2,4,6-triamine derivative of 1,3,5-triazine. | triamino-1,3,5-triazine | |
| cgs 15943 | 9-chloro-2-(2-furyl)-(1,2,4)triazolo(1,5-c)quinazolin-5-imine: non-xanthine triazoloquinazoline adenosine antagonist CGS 15943 : A member of the class of triazoloquinazolines that is [1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-c]quinazoline substited at positions 2, 5 and 9 by furan-2-yl, amino and chloro groups respectively. A potent antagonist at adenosine A1 and adenosine A2A receptors. | aromatic amine; biaryl; furans; organochlorine compound; primary amino compound; quinazolines; triazoloquinazoline | adenosine A1 receptor antagonist; adenosine A2A receptor antagonist; antineoplastic agent; central nervous system stimulant |
| embelin | embelin : A member of the class of dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinones that is 2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone which is substituted by an undecyl group at position 3. Isolated from Lysimachia punctata and Embelia ribes, it exhibits antimicrobial, antineoplastic and inhibitory activity towards hepatitis C protease. embelin: from Embelia fruit (Myrsinaceae) | dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinones | antimicrobial agent; antineoplastic agent; hepatitis C protease inhibitor; plant metabolite |
| etazolate | etazolate : A pyrazolopyridine that is 1H-pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridine which is substituted at positions 1, 4, and 5 by ethyl, 2-isopropylidenehydrazino, and ethoxycarbonyl groups, respectively. A phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor with antidepressant and anxiolytic properties. Etazolate: A potent phosphodiesterase inhibitor proposed as an antipsychotic agent. | ethyl ester; hydrazone; pyrazolopyridine | alpha-secretase activator; antidepressant; antipsychotic agent; anxiolytic drug; GABA agent; neuroprotective agent; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor |
| nocodazole | aromatic ketone; benzimidazoles; carbamate ester; thiophenes | antimitotic; antineoplastic agent; microtubule-destabilising agent; tubulin modulator | |
| papaverine | papaverine : A benzylisoquinoline alkaloid that is isoquinoline substituted by methoxy groups at positions 6 and 7 and a 3,4-dimethoxybenzyl group at position 1. It has been isolated from Papaver somniferum. Papaverine: An alkaloid found in opium but not closely related to the other opium alkaloids in its structure or pharmacological actions. It is a direct-acting smooth muscle relaxant used in the treatment of impotence and as a vasodilator, especially for cerebral vasodilation. The mechanism of its pharmacological actions is not clear, but it apparently can inhibit phosphodiesterases and it may have direct actions on calcium channels. | benzylisoquinoline alkaloid; dimethoxybenzene; isoquinolines | antispasmodic drug; vasodilator agent |
| ici 136,753 | pyrazolopyridine | ||
| 3-(5'-hydroxymethyl-2'-furyl)-1-benzylindazole | 3-(5'-hydroxymethyl-2'-furyl)-1-benzylindazole: antineoplastic; activates platelet guanylate cyclase; a radiosensitizing agent and guanylate cyclase activator; structure in first source lificiguat : A member of the class of indazoles that is 1H-indazole which is substituted by a benzyl group at position 1 and a 5-(hydroxymethyl)-2-furyl group at position 3. It is an activator of soluble guanylate cyclase and inhibits platelet aggregation. | aromatic primary alcohol; furans; indazoles | antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; platelet aggregation inhibitor; soluble guanylate cyclase activator; vasodilator agent |
| colchicine | (S)-colchicine : A colchicine that has (S)-configuration. It is a secondary metabolite, has anti-inflammatory properties and is used to treat gout, crystal-induced joint inflammation, familial Mediterranean fever, and many other conditions. | alkaloid; colchicine | anti-inflammatory agent; gout suppressant; mutagen |
| plumbagin | plumbagin : A hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone that is 1,4-naphthoquinone in which the hydrogens at positions 2 and 5 are substituted by methyl and hydroxy groups, respectively. plumbagin: a superoxide anion generator | hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone; phenols | anticoagulant; antineoplastic agent; immunological adjuvant; metabolite |
| ferrocin c | N-methyl-2-quinolone: structure in first source | ||
| n-methylpyrrolidone | 1-methylpyrrolidin-2-one: structure in first source N-methylpyrrolidin-2-one : A member of the class of pyrrolidine-2-ones that is pyrrolidin-2-one in which the hydrogen attached to the nitrogen is replaced by a methyl group. | lactam; N-alkylpyrrolidine; pyrrolidin-2-ones | polar aprotic solvent |
| palmatine | burasaine: structure in first source | berberine alkaloid; organic heterotetracyclic compound | plant metabolite |
| 4-Methyl-1,3,4,5-tetrahydro-2H-1,5-benzodiazepin-2-one | benzodiazepine | ||
| 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 |
| delphinidin | delphinidin chloride : An anthocyanidin chloride that has delphinidin as the cationic counterpart. Paraffin: A mixture of solid hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum. It has a wide range of uses including as a stiffening agent in ointments, as a lubricant, and as a topical anti-inflammatory. It is also commonly used as an embedding material in histology. | anthocyanidin chloride | |
| haloprogin | venenatine: RN given for (3beta,16beta,17beta,20alpha)-isomer; structure in first source | ||
| taxodione | taxodione: structure | diterpenoid | |
| coenzyme a | adenosine 3',5'-bisphosphate | coenzyme; Escherichia coli metabolite; mouse metabolite | |
| c.i. direct red 23 | C.I. Direct Red 23: azo dye; structure in first source | ||
| oxoglaucine | 1,2,9,10-tetramethoxy-7H-dibenzo(de,g)quinolin-7-one: a phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase p110alpha inhibitor that reactivates latent HIV-1; structure in first source | isoquinoline alkaloid | |
| fingolimod hydrochloride | fingolimod hydrochloride : The hydrochloride salt of 2-amino-2-[2-(4-octylphenyl) ethyl]-1,3-propanediol (fingolimod). Fingolimod Hydrochloride: A sphingosine-derivative and IMMUNOSUPPRESSIVE AGENT that blocks the migration and homing of LYMPHOCYTES to the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM through its action on SPHINGOSINE 1-PHOSPHATE RECEPTORS. It is used in the treatment of MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS. | hydrochloride | immunosuppressive agent; prodrug; sphingosine-1-phosphate receptor agonist |
| n-(4-(7-diethylamino-4-methylcoumarin-3-yl)phenyl)maleimide | 7-diethylamino-3-(4-maleimidophenyl)-4-methylcoumarin : A member of the class of coumarins that is 2H-chromen-2-one substituted by 4-(2,5-dioxo-2,5-dihydro-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)phenyl, methyl, and diethylamino groups at positions 3, 4 and 7, respectively. It is a thiol-reactive fluorescent dye. N-(4-(7-diethylamino-4-methylcoumarin-3-yl)phenyl)maleimide: structure given in first source | benzenes; coumarins; maleimides; tertiary amino compound | fluorescent dye |
| anacardic acid | anacardic acid : A hydroxybenzoic acid that is salicylic acid substituted by a pentadecyl group at position 6. It is a major component of cashew nut shell liquid and exhibits an extensive range of bioactivities. anacardic acid: isolated from Anacardium occidentale; monophenol monooxygenase inhibitor | hydroxy monocarboxylic acid; hydroxybenzoic acid | anti-inflammatory agent; antibacterial agent; anticoronaviral agent; apoptosis inducer; EC 2.3.1.48 (histone acetyltransferase) inhibitor; EC 3.4.22.69 (SARS coronavirus main proteinase) inhibitor; neuroprotective agent; plant metabolite |
| mrs 1220 | 9-chloro-2-(2-furyl)-5-phenylacetylamino(1,2,4)triazolo(1,5-c)quinazoline: structure in first source | quinazolines | |
| rolipram | (-)-rolipram : The (R)-enantiomer of rolipram. | rolipram | |
| 2-methyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1,5-benzoxazepin-4-one | organonitrogen heterocyclic compound; oxacycle | ||
| methyl indole-3-carboxylate | methyl indole-3-carboxylate : The methyl ester of indole-3-carboxylic acid. | indoles; methyl ester | metabolite |
| 2-(3-Chloro-2-fluorophenyl)-2,3-dihydroisothiazol-3-one | organofluorine compound | ||
| 4-(1H-benzimidazol-2-ylmethylthio)-2-methylbenzofuro[3,2-d]pyrimidine | benzimidazoles | ||
| 2-(4-benzofuro[3,2-d]pyrimidinylthio)-1-thiophen-2-ylethanone | benzofurans | ||
| 4-(4-(4-chloro-phenyl)thiazol-2-ylamino)phenol | substituted aniline | ||
| curcumin | curcumin : 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 |
| 4-[2-(9-methyl-6-indolo[3,2-b]quinoxalinyl)ethyl]morpholine | quinoxaline derivative | ||
| umi-77 | UMI-77: an Mcl-1 inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| N-[4,6-bis(4-morpholinyl)-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]-2-(methylthio)-1,3-benzothiazol-6-amine | benzothiazoles | ||
| cyqualon | cyclovalone: is a synthetic curcumin derivative; structure in first source | ||
| safingol | safingol: RN given refers to the (R-(R*,S*))-isomer | amino alcohol | |
| sphingosine | 2-aminooctadec-4-ene-1,3-diol : A 2-aminooctadecene-1,3-diol having its double bond at position 4. sphing-4-enine : A sphingenine in which the C=C double bond is located at the 4-position. sphingenine : A 2-aminooctadecene-1,3-diol having (2S,3R)-configuration. sphingoid : Sphinganine, its homologs and stereoisomers, and the hydroxy and unsaturated derivatives of these compounds. | sphing-4-enine | human metabolite; mouse metabolite |
| fisetin | 3'-hydroxyflavonoid; 7-hydroxyflavonol; tetrahydroxyflavone | anti-inflammatory agent; antioxidant; EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor; geroprotector; metabolite; plant metabolite | |
| n,n-dimethylsphingenine | N,N-dimethylsphingosine : A sphingoid that is sphingosine in which the two amino hydrogens are replaced by methyl groups. N,N-dimethylsphingosine: a sphingosine kinase inhibitor | aminodiol; sphingoid; tertiary amino compound | EC 2.7.1.91 (sphingosine kinase) inhibitor; metabolite |
| guttiferone e | guttiferone E: isolated from the fruits of Garcinia pyrifera collected in Malaysia; structure in first source | ||
| 2-hydroxy-6-[(8Z,11Z)-pentadeca-8,11,14-trien-1-yl]benzoic acid | hydroxybenzoic acid | ||
| es-285 | 1-deoxysphinganine : A bioactive sphingoid, sphinganine, in which the terminal hydroxy group has been replaced by a hydrogen. spisulosine: from marine organism, Spisula polynyma; structure in first source | amino alcohol; sphingoid | antineoplastic agent |
| 6h-thieno[3,2-f][1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a][1,4]diazepine-6-acetamide, 4-(4-chlorophenyl)-n-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2,3,9-trimethyl-, (6s)- | organonitrogen heterocyclic compound; organosulfur heterocyclic compound | ||
| chetomin | |||
| cambogin | isogarcinol: has immunosuppresant activity; isolated from Garcinia mangostana; structure in first source | ||
| icg 001 | peptide | ||
| 3-(4-chlorophenyl)-adamantane-1-carboxylic acid (pyridin-4-ylmethyl)amide | organochlorine compound | ||
| 3,4-dimethoxy-n-((2,2-dimethyl-2h-chromen-6-yl)methyl)-n-phenylbenzenesulfonamide | 3,4-dimethoxy-N-((2,2-dimethyl-2H-chromen-6-yl)methyl)-N-phenylbenzenesulfonamide: has antineoplastic activity; structure in first source | ||
| bml 258 | |||
| jq1 compound | carboxylic 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 | |
| gsk525762a | molibresib: mimicks acetylated histones; structure in first source | benzodiazepine | |
| gsk1210151a | GSK1210151A: inhibitor of the BET family of proteins; structure in first source | imidazoquinoline | |
| i-bet726 | |||
| pf-543 | PF-543: Sphingosine Kinase 1 Selective Inhibitor; structure in first source | sulfonamide | |
| 2-methoxy-n-(3-methyl-2-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinazolin-6-yl)benzenesulfonamide | 2-methoxy-N-(3-methyl-2-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinazolin-6-yl)benzenesulfonamide: a probe for bromo and extra C-terminal domain proteins; structure in first source | quinazolines | |
| rome | (2R)-2-amino-2-(methoxymethyl)-4-(4-octylphenyl)butan-1-ol : A 2-amino-2-(methoxymethyl)-4-(4-octylphenyl)butan-1-ol that has R-configuration. It is a sphingosine kinase-2 inhibitor. Rome: The capital city of Italy. | 2-amino-2-(methoxymethyl)-4-(4-octylphenyl)butan-1-ol | EC 2.7.1.91 (sphingosine kinase) inhibitor |
| 1,2-bis(isothiazol-5-yl)disulfane | 1,2-bis(isothiazol-5-yl)disulfane: structure in first source | ||
| rvx 208 | apabetalone: a bromodomain and extra-terminal domain protein (BET) inhibitor; prevents interactions between BET proteins and acetyl-lysine residues on histone tails to modify epigenetic regulation |