Description
Description | N-Stearoylsphingosine (Cer(d18:1/18:0)) is an amide compound widely found in eukaryotic organisms that enhances protein phosphatase 2A (PP2A) activity by interfering with the binding of PP2A to PP2A inhibitor 2, leading to dephosphorylation of Akt.N-Stearoylsphingosine is used in prostate cancer research. |
Synonyms | C(18:0)/C(18:1), Cer(d18:1/18:0), C18 Ceramide (d18:1/18:0), C18 Ceramide |
Molecular Weight |
565.95 |
Formula | C36H71NO3 |
CAS No. | 2304-81-6 |
Storage
Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year
Solubility Information
DMF: 0.15 mg/mL