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MOTS-c
99%+ identity purity
Metabolics / GLP-1s

MOTS-c

10mgMetabolics / GLP-1s

MOTS-c is a mitochondria-derived peptide studied for its potential role in metabolic regulation and insulin sensitivity in preclinical models. For research use only.

DosageSKU MOTS-C-10MG
10mg
Price
$100.00
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Compound information

Technical specifications
Molecular profile

What is MOTS-c?

TypeSynthetic Peptide
Molecular formulaC₁₀₁H₁₅₂N₂₈O₂₂S₂
Molecular weight2174.6
Amino acids16
Storage requirements

Stability information

Avoid freeze/thaw cyclesProtect from lightKeep refrigerated
Lyophilized (powder)
−20°C · 24+ months
Reconstituted
2–8°C · ~30 days

Research highlights

Active areas of study

AMPK pathway activation

Research on this mitochondrial-derived peptide as a regulator of the AMPK metabolic pathway.

Exercise-mimetic signaling

Studies examining MOTS-c as an exercise-induced regulator of muscle and metabolic homeostasis.

Mitochondrial-to-nuclear communication

Investigating nuclear translocation and adaptive gene expression under metabolic stress.

Insulin sensitivity research

Mechanistic work on glucose uptake and insulin resistance in metabolic models.

Sources & references

Peer-reviewed research
Cell Metabolism

The mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c promotes metabolic homeostasis and reduces obesity and insulin resistance

2015 · Lee C et al.
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Nature Communications

MOTS-c is an exercise-induced mitochondrial-encoded regulator of age-dependent physical decline and muscle homeostasis

2021 · Reynolds JC et al.
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Cell Metabolism

The mitochondrial-encoded peptide MOTS-c translocates to the nucleus to regulate nuclear gene expression in response to metabolic stress

2018 · Kim KH et al.
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Free Radical Biology and Medicine

MOTS-c: a novel mitochondrial-derived peptide regulating muscle and fat metabolism

2016 · Lee C et al.
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Important research notice

Not for human consumption. This product is sold exclusively for research and educational purposes. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

All clinical trial data and research findings presented on this page are sourced from peer-reviewed journals and official publications. They are provided for educational reference only and should not be interpreted as medical advice or product claims.

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