Derrubone

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Derrubone
Molecular formula C21H18O6
Properties
Molar mass 366.37 g/mol
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Derrubone is an isoflavonoid, originally isolated from the Indian tree Derris robusta.[1] Recent research indicates that it acts as an inhibitor of Hsp90 to its function as a chaperone protein.[2]

[edit] References

  1. ^ East AJ, Ollis WD, Wheeler RE. J. Chem. Soc. C: Org. 1969, 3, 365–374.
  2. ^ Hadden MK et al. J. Nat. Prod. 2007 Nov 17.


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