The cyclin-dependent kinase 2 (Cdk2) works with cyclins A or E to regulate S phase and G2-M transition during the cell cycle. Cdk2 Inhibitor II is a 3-(benzylidne)indolin-2-one analog that selectively and potently inhibits Cdk2 (IC50 = 60 nM). It is cell permeable, reversible, and ATP-competitive.