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  1. G protein-coupled receptor - Wikipedia

    GPCRs respond to extracellular signals mediated by a huge diversity of agonists, ranging from proteins to biogenic amines to protons, but all transduce this signal via a mechanism of G-protein coupling.

  2. G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs): advances in structures, …

    Apr 10, 2024 · G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) are the largest superfamily of cell surface membrane receptors and are encoded by approximately 1000 genes, sharing conserved seven …

  3. G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) | Britannica

    Nov 17, 2025 · G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR), protein located in the cell membrane that binds extracellular substances and transmits signals from these substances to an intracellular molecule …

  4. The structure and function of G-protein-coupled receptors - PMC

    G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) mediate most of our physiological responses to hormones, neurotransmitters and environmental stimulants, and so have great potential as therapeutic targets …

  5. G Protein-Coupled Receptors: A Century of Research and Discovery

    Jun 21, 2024 · GPCRs (G protein-coupled receptors), also known as 7 transmembrane domain receptors, are the largest receptor family in the human genome, with ≈800 members. GPCRs …

  6. Advances in GPCRs: structure, mechanisms, disease, and pharmacology

    G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) represent the largest family of cell membrane receptors, encompassing over 800 members in humans. These receptors play a pivotal role in regulating …

  7. GPCR drug discovery: new agents, targets and indications

    Mar 3, 2025 · G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) form one of the largest drug target families, reflecting their involvement in numerous pathophysiological processes.

  8. GPCRs: How Do They Work and How Do We Study Them? - Addgene

    Feb 11, 2021 · GPCRs are receptors that respond to stimuli and elicit cellular responses. Learn about the parts of GPCRs, how they work, and tools to study them.

  9. 14. G-Protein-Coupled Receptors – Principles of Pharmacology – …

    In summary, GPCRs are transmembrane receptors that allow for extracellular signals to be communicated (by signal transduction) to intracellular effectors that eventually lead to a particular …

  10. GPCRs: The most promiscuous druggable receptor of the mankind

    G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) transduce several extracellular signals to intracellular signaling by connecting with G proteins and arrestins. To understand GPCR signal transduction at the molecular …