CAS: 1027338-06-2

4-Dibenzocyclooctynol (4DC) is a synthetic compound that has been shown to be an efficient crosslinker for proteins. It is a ring-opening polymerization agent that reacts with amines and thiols, which are chemical groups found on the side chains of amino acids in proteins. 4DC has been used for the histological analysis of cells, and it has also been used as a pharmacological treatment for Parkinson's disease. 4DC can bind to dopamine receptors, stabilizing them and preventing the degeneration of neurons in the brain. This drug also has potential applications in medical research as a tool for studying glycoconjugates and molecular modeling.