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= 1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane = | == 1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane == | ||
1- | [[File:ACPD 1-amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane.png|thumb|right|Chemical structure of 1-amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane]] | ||
'''1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane''' (ACPD) is a chemical compound that acts as a [[metabotropic glutamate receptor]] agonist. It is a cyclopentane derivative with two carboxylic acid groups and an amino group, making it a versatile compound in [[neuropharmacology]]. | |||
1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane is a cyclopentane | == Chemical Structure == | ||
1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane is characterized by a cyclopentane ring with an amino group at the 1-position and carboxylic acid groups at the 1 and 3 positions. This structure allows it to interact with [[glutamate receptors]], particularly the metabotropic subtype, influencing various [[neurotransmission]] pathways. | |||
== Mechanism of Action == | == Mechanism of Action == | ||
ACPD | ACPD functions primarily as an agonist at metabotropic glutamate receptors (mGluRs). These receptors are G-protein coupled receptors that modulate [[synaptic transmission]] and [[neuroplasticity]]. By binding to these receptors, ACPD can influence [[neuronal excitability]] and [[synaptic plasticity]], playing a role in learning and memory processes. | ||
== Applications in Research == | == Applications in Research == | ||
In [[neuroscience]] research, ACPD is used to | In [[neuroscience]] research, ACPD is used to study the role of metabotropic glutamate receptors in the [[central nervous system]]. It helps in understanding the mechanisms underlying [[neurodegenerative diseases]], [[epilepsy]], and other neurological disorders. Researchers utilize ACPD to explore the potential therapeutic targets for modulating glutamatergic signaling. | ||
== | == Related Compounds == | ||
ACPD is part of a broader class of compounds known as [[glutamate analogs]]. These compounds are used to study the function of glutamate receptors and their role in various physiological and pathological processes. | |||
== Related Pages == | == Related Pages == | ||
* [[Glutamate receptor]] | |||
* [[Metabotropic glutamate receptor]] | * [[Metabotropic glutamate receptor]] | ||
* [[Neurotransmitter]] | * [[Neurotransmitter]] | ||
* [[Synaptic plasticity]] | * [[Synaptic plasticity]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Neuropharmacology]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Glutamate receptor agonists]] | ||
Revision as of 11:40, 15 February 2025
1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane
1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane (ACPD) is a chemical compound that acts as a metabotropic glutamate receptor agonist. It is a cyclopentane derivative with two carboxylic acid groups and an amino group, making it a versatile compound in neuropharmacology.
Chemical Structure
1-Amino-1,3-dicarboxycyclopentane is characterized by a cyclopentane ring with an amino group at the 1-position and carboxylic acid groups at the 1 and 3 positions. This structure allows it to interact with glutamate receptors, particularly the metabotropic subtype, influencing various neurotransmission pathways.
Mechanism of Action
ACPD functions primarily as an agonist at metabotropic glutamate receptors (mGluRs). These receptors are G-protein coupled receptors that modulate synaptic transmission and neuroplasticity. By binding to these receptors, ACPD can influence neuronal excitability and synaptic plasticity, playing a role in learning and memory processes.
Applications in Research
In neuroscience research, ACPD is used to study the role of metabotropic glutamate receptors in the central nervous system. It helps in understanding the mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, epilepsy, and other neurological disorders. Researchers utilize ACPD to explore the potential therapeutic targets for modulating glutamatergic signaling.
Related Compounds
ACPD is part of a broader class of compounds known as glutamate analogs. These compounds are used to study the function of glutamate receptors and their role in various physiological and pathological processes.
