Description
Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN) Overview
Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is a nucleotide-derived compound that functions as a biochemical precursor to nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a coenzyme involved in numerous cellular processes. NAD+ is present in virtually all living cells and participates in a wide range of metabolic and enzymatic reactions.
In laboratory research environments, NMN is investigated for its role in cellular metabolism, energy regulation, and NAD+ biosynthesis pathways. Due to its biochemical properties, NMN has become a subject of interest in studies exploring cellular signaling and metabolic regulation.
Chemical and Molecular Properties
| PubChem CID | 14180 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H15N2O8P |
| Molecular Weight | 334.22 g/mol |
| Synonyms | Nicotinamide ribotide
2KG6QX4W0V Pyridinium, 3-(aminocarbonyl)-1-(5-O-phosphono-beta-D-ribofuranosyl)-, inner salt DTXSID50911152 |
| IUPAC | [(2R,3S,4R,5R)-5-(3-carbamoylpyridin-1-ium-1-yl)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]methyl hydrogen phosphate |
| CAS | 1094-61-7 |
| Labeling | Research Use Only (RUO), not for human or animal consumption. |
| Chemical Structure Depiction | |
| Purity | 99% Purity |
| Classification | Research Use Only (RUO) |
| Storage Temperature | Store at controlled room temperature, typically between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) |
Mechanisms of Action
NMN is primarily studied for its ability to contribute to intracellular NAD+ biosynthesis.
NAD+ plays an essential role in numerous metabolic reactions, including those involving:
- Cellular energy production
- DNA repair processes
- Enzyme activation
- Cellular stress responses
By serving as a precursor molecule, NMN is investigated for how it influences NAD+ -dependent biochemical pathways in experimental models.
Potential Research Applications
Current scientific interest in nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) primarily centers on its role in cellular metabolism and NAD+ biosynthesis. The following areas summarize topics that have been explored in laboratory research.
- Cellular Energy Metabolism
NMN is frequently investigated for its involvement in metabolic pathways that regulate intracellular NAD+ production.
- Sirtuin and Enzyme Signaling Pathways
Laboratory studies often examine NMN in connection with NAD+ -dependent enzymes, including members of the sirtuin family.
- Cellular Stress and DNA Maintenance Mechanisms
NMN is also explored in studies focused on cellular responses to oxidative stress and DNA maintenance pathways.
- Metabolic Regulation Studies
In experimental animal models, researchers investigate how NMN influences metabolic signaling pathways, including those associated with energy balance and nutrient metabolism.
- Neurobiological Research
Certain preclinical studies explore NMN within the context of neuronal metabolism and cellular signaling in neural tissues.
- Cardiovascular and Vascular Biology Research
NMN has also been examined in laboratory models that study endothelial cell function, oxidative stress pathways, and vascular signaling mechanisms.
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References:
- Gujar, A. D., Le, S., Mao, D. D., Dadey, D. Y. A., Turski, A., Sasaki, Y., Aum, D., Luo, J., Dahiya, S., Yuan, L., Rich, K. M., Milbrandt, J., Hallahan, D. E., Yano, H., Tran, D. D., & Kim, A. H. (2016). An NAD+ -dependent transcriptional program governs self-renewal and radiation resistance in glioblastoma. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 113(51), E8247–E8256. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1610921114
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