Chaetomellic acid A is an alkyl dicarboxylic acid isolated from the fermentation of Chaetomella acutiseta. Chaetomellic acid A has been shown to be a potent, highly specific inhibitor of RAS farnesyl protein transferase (FPTase). The association between RAS proteins and cancer has made Chaetomellic acid A a potential chemotherapeutic agent.
Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.