Microbial
Record Information
Version1.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2025-10-02 23:06:52 UTC
Update Date2025-10-08 21:35:20 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0060785
Metabolite Identification
Common NameNancimycin
DescriptionNancimycin is a member of the rifamycin class of antibiotics, characterized by its complex chemical structure featuring a naphthacene core linked to a hydroxyl group and various other functional groups. The chemical formula of nancimycin includes multiple chiral centers, contributing to its unique stereochemistry. Nancimycin is primarily known for its role in inhibiting bacterial RNA synthesis by binding to the RNA polymerase enzyme, thereby obstructing the transcription process. This mechanism is crucial in its antibacterial activity, as it effectively halts the growth of susceptible bacteria. Additionally, nancimycin's biosynthetic pathways involve the enzymatic conversion of precursors derived from polyketide synthases, leading to the production of this potent antibiotic. Its identification as rifamycin B highlights its significance within the broader context of antibiotic development and its structural relationship to other compounds in the rifamycin family (PMID:6072901 ). Overall, nancimycin exemplifies the intricate interplay between chemical structure and biological function, showcasing the importance of natural products in the fight against bacterial infections.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC39H49NO14
Average Mass755.814
Monoisotopic Mass755.315305262
IUPAC NameNot Available
Traditional NameNot Available
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILESNot Available
InChI Identifier
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InChI KeySQTCRTQCPJICLD-UHFFFAOYNA-N