Representative LC/UV chromatogram under typical analytical conditions (C18 column; mobile phase: 5–100% ACN / H2O (0.05% H3PO4), linear gradient 20 min; flow rate: 0.2 mL/min; detection: 210 nm).
NMR Spectral Data
Representative 1H NMR (500 MHz) spectrum confirming the structure of Pyripyropene A. Representative 13C NMR (125 MHz) spectrum supporting structural assignment of Pyripyropene A.
Source Organism
Aspergillus fumigatus.
Summary
Pyripyropene A is a fungal meroterpenoid that selectively inhibits sterol O-acyltransferase 2 (SOAT2/ACAT2).
Details
Pyripyropene A is a secondary metabolite produced by Aspergillus fumigatus and represents one of the most potent and selective inhibitors of sterol O-acyltransferase 2 (SOAT2), also known as ACAT2. It inhibits cholesterol esterification in microsomal assays with nanomolar potency and shows strong isozyme selectivity over SOAT1. Structure-activity relationship studies and synthetic analogue development confirmed its role as a lead compound for dyslipidemia and anti-atherosclerotic drug discovery. In addition to its lipid-metabolism activity, pyripyropene A exhibits strong insecticidal activity against aphids and other sap-sucking agricultural pests.