Category Archives: Peptides

Humanin is a 21-amino acid peptide encoded within mitochondrial DNA, first identified in the context of Alzheimer’s research and now studied for its roles in neuroprotection, IGF-1 signaling, longevity, and metabolic regulation. This article explores what current laboratory and preclinical research reveals about humanin’s mechanisms and potential scientific significance. All content is intended for research purposes only.

A research overview of SS-31 (Elamipretide), covering its cardiolipin-targeting mechanism, electron transport chain supercomplexes, mitochondrial ROS modulation, and Phase II/III cardiovascular research programs.

CJC-1295 DAC vs CJC-1295 without DAC: research comparison of half-life, GH pulse patterns, IGF-1 elevation, and lab applications.

Prof. Vladimir Khavinson’s bioregulator peptides — Epitalon, Pinealon, Prostamax, and a family of other short-chain compounds — represent four decades of Russian geroscience that Western researchers are now engaging with seriously. This guide covers the tetrapeptide/tripeptide framework, telomere research, neuroprotection findings, and the real limitations of the current evidence base.

Ipamorelin, GHRP-2, and GHRP-6 are three of the most studied growth hormone secretagogues in peptide research. This comparison breaks down their mechanisms, selectivity profiles, and distinct research applications to help investigators understand what each compound brings to the table.

In 2026, four compounds — AOD 9604, Semaglutide, Retatrutide, and 5-Amino-1MQ — have become the go-to tools for investigating how the body stores and burns fat. They work through completely different mechanisms, and knowing when to reach for each one can define whether a research protocol gets clean, interpretable results.

A research guide on PT-141 (Bremelanotide), covering MC1R–MC5R receptor system overview, hypothalamic-limbic circuit activation, and 2026 melanocortin research landscape.

A research profile of Dihexa (PNB0408), exploring its HGF/MET receptor axis, synaptogenesis promotion, cognitive rodent model data, and neuroprotective mechanisms.