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Scientific literature, protocols, and technical resources for peptide research

📚 Research Literature by Peptide Classification

GLP-1/GIP Receptor Agonists

Research compounds targeting incretin hormone pathways for metabolic studies

Tirzepatide for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

2021

New England Journal of Medicine

SURPASS clinical trial program demonstrating efficacy and safety of tirzepatide as a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist in metabolic research applications.

DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2107519

Efficacy and safety of tirzepatide once weekly for the treatment of obesity

2022

New England Journal of Medicine

Phase 3 randomized controlled trial examining weight reduction effects and metabolic parameters of tirzepatide in obesity research models.

DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2206038

A phase 2 randomized trial of the triple agonist retatrutide for obesity

2023

New England Journal of Medicine

Clinical investigation of triple GLP-1/GIP/glucagon receptor agonist demonstrating novel mechanisms in metabolic regulation studies.

DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2301972

Growth Hormone Related Peptides

Compounds affecting growth hormone pathways and related metabolic processes

Prolonged stimulation of growth hormone (GH) and insulin-like growth factor I secretion by CJC-1295

2006

Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism

Investigation of CJC-1295, a long-acting GHRH analog, demonstrating sustained GH and IGF-I elevation in healthy adult subjects over extended periods.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2005-1536

Metabolic Effects of a Growth Hormone-Releasing Factor in Obese Subjects

2012

Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism

Randomized controlled trial examining effects of tesamorelin on body composition and cardiovascular risk markers in metabolic research applications.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2012-2794

Increase of fat oxidation and weight loss in obese mice caused by chronic treatment with human growth hormone or a modified C-terminal fragment

2001

International Journal of Obesity

Preclinical study examining metabolic effects of AOD9604, a C-terminal fragment of hGH, demonstrating fat oxidation properties without diabetogenic effects.

DOI: 10.1038/sj.ijo.0801740

Tissue Regeneration Peptides

Research compounds studied for cellular repair and regenerative mechanisms

BPC-157: Mechanisms of Tissue Repair and Regeneration

2024

Biomedicines

Comprehensive analysis of BPC-157's role in cellular repair mechanisms, angiogenesis, and tissue regeneration pathways in laboratory research models.

DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12010248

Thymosin β4: a multi-functional regenerative peptide

2012

Annual Review of Pharmacology and Toxicology

Review of thymosin β4 mechanisms in tissue repair, wound healing, and regenerative processes in experimental research applications.

DOI: 10.1146/annurev-pharmtox-010611-134639

Neuropeptides

Peptides affecting neural pathways and neurotransmitter systems in research models

A nootropic adrenocorticotropin analog 4-10-semax (15 years experience in its design and study)

1997

Zh Vyssh Nerv Deiat Im I P Pavlova

Comprehensive review of 15 years of Semax research examining cognitive enhancement and neuroprotective mechanisms in laboratory studies.

PMID: 9173745

Selank Administration Affects the Expression of Some Genes Involved in GABAergic Neurotransmission

2016

Frontiers in Pharmacology

Gene expression analysis demonstrating Selank's effects on GABAergic neurotransmission pathways in rat frontal cortex research models.

DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2016.00031

Mitochondrial Peptides

Research compounds targeting mitochondrial function and cellular metabolism

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

2015

Cell Metabolism

Foundational research demonstrating MOTS-c's role in mitochondrial regulation and metabolic homeostasis in laboratory research applications.

DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2015.02.009

Melanocortin Receptor Modulators

Compounds affecting melanocortin receptor pathways in research applications

Melanocortin receptor agonists and sexual behavior

2011

European Journal of Pharmacology

Investigation of melanocortin receptor mechanisms and behavioral effects in laboratory research models studying neural pathway modulation.

DOI: 10.1016/j.ejphar.2011.04.041

🔬 Laboratory Protocols

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Peptide Reconstitution Protocol

  1. 1.Allow peptide vial to reach room temperature
  2. 2.Use sterile bacteriostatic water for reconstitution
  3. 3.Add water slowly along the vial wall
  4. 4.Gently swirl - do not shake vigorously
  5. 5.Store reconstituted peptide at 2-8°C
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Storage Guidelines

  1. 1.Lyophilized peptides: -20°C or below
  2. 2.Reconstituted peptides: 2-8°C
  3. 3.Protect from light exposure
  4. 4.Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles
  5. 5.Use within recommended timeframe
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