Potent and selective corticotropin releasing factor receptor-1 (CRF1) agonist (Ki values are 1.5 and 224 nM for CRF1 and CRF2 receptors respectively). Increases ACTH levels and increases faecal pellet output in vivo following i.p. administration.

Aspartame is an artificial, non-saccharide sweetener used as a sugar substitute in some foods and beverages.

TCS 2210 is an inducer of neuronal differentiation in mesenchymal stem cells and increases the neuronal markers β-III tubulin expression and neuron-specific enolase expression.