PB1 is a highly-effective intracellular disulfide reducing agent with notable attributes such as excellent cell permeability, the capacity to generate a substantial intracellular concentration gradient, and remarkable stability. It serves as a borane-protected TCEP (tris(2-carboxyethyl)phosphine) analogue. PB1 demonstrates the potential to enhance the survival of retinal ganglion cells following axotomy in vitro at concentrations in the nanomolar and picomolar range. Consequently, PB1 has proven instrumental in the study of neuroprotective properties[1][2][3].
PB2, a tris(2-carboxyethyl)phosphine (TCEP) analogue, enhances the survival of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) following axotomy in vitro. Even at nanomolar and picomolar concentrations, PB2 demonstrates pronounced efficacy in promoting RGC survival. Notably, PB2 exhibits superior permeability compared to TCEP. Serving as a potent reducing agent, PB2 provides robust neuroprotection for RGCs[1].