Metabolic research
Metabolic Research Peptides: 9 Research Reagents
Compounds studied in mitochondrial and energy metabolism models.
Metabolic research: nine compounds for the laboratory
Energy metabolism, mitochondrial biogenesis and lipolysis are among the most studied processes in laboratory models. This category brings together nine compounds that researchers reach for in this work. Every product is sold as a research use only reagent, with purity of 99% or higher confirmed by HPLC and molecular mass confirmed by mass spectrometry.
Nine compounds in this category
| Compound | Class | What the literature covers |
|---|---|---|
| SLU-PP-332 | small molecule, powder in a vial | ERR receptor agonist, effects on endurance in animal models |
| MOTS-c | peptide, 16 amino acids | encoded in mitochondrial DNA, role in glucose metabolism |
| AOD-9604 | peptide fragment | modified GH fragment 176-191, effects on lipolysis |
| HGH Fragment 176-191 | peptide fragment | GH C-terminus, lipolysis models with no effect on IGF-1 |
| 5-Amino-1MQ | small molecule, quinoline | NNMT enzyme inhibitor, adipocyte metabolism |
| AICAR | AMP analogue | AMPK kinase activator in cellular metabolism research |
| Adipotide (FTPP) | peptidomimetic | targets prohibitin on adipose tissue vessels |
| CBL-514 | small molecule | studied in clinical trials in the context of local lipolysis |
| Glutathione | tripeptide | main intracellular antioxidant |
Research models in this category
| Research area | Compounds | What the literature covers |
|---|---|---|
| Metabolism and endurance | SLU-PP-332, MOTS-c, AICAR | cellular energy signals and endurance parameters in models |
| Lipolysis in models | AOD-9604, HGH Fragment 176-191, CBL-514 | triglyceride breakdown in cultures and models |
| Adipose tissue | Adipotide (FTPP), 5-Amino-1MQ | vascularisation of adipose tissue and adipocyte metabolism |
| Oxidative stress | Glutathione | cellular protection against oxidation |
Working with research reagents
- Reconstitution: dissolve in bacteriostatic water following the product data sheet.
- Storage: keep sealed, away from light and moisture, under the conditions listed on the product data sheet.
- Calculations: work out concentrations and volumes with our concentration calculator.
- Quality control: every batch comes with HPLC and MS results. Details on the quality page.
Ordering and delivery
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Metabolic Research Peptides category include and how is purity checked?
The category brings together nine compounds used in energy metabolism, mitochondrial and lipolysis research, including SLU-PP-332, MOTS-c, AOD-9604, AICAR and Glutathione. Every batch is tested by HPLC, which confirms purity of 99% or higher, and the molecular mass is confirmed by mass spectrometry (MS).
In what form are these reagents supplied and how should I store them?
Products are supplied in vials, as listed on each product data sheet. Keep the material sealed, away from light and moisture, and follow the data sheet for reconstitution with bacteriostatic water.
How fast does my order ship and how is it delivered?
Orders placed by 14:00 on a business day ship the same day, and later orders ship the next business day. In Poland, an InPost Paczkomat locker delivers on the next business day for PLN 14.99, free from EUR 75. A DPD courier delivers across 29 European countries in 2-4 business days.
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