MOTS-C
Mitochondria-derived peptide studied for metabolic regulation, insulin sensitivity, and longevity research.
Molecular reference
Research background
MOTS-C is a mitochondria-derived peptide encoded within the 12S rRNA gene of mitochondrial DNA. It has attracted significant research interest for its role in metabolic regulation and cellular stress response.
Studies have investigated its effects on glucose metabolism, insulin sensitivity, exercise capacity, and longevity signalling pathways in animal models. It is considered part of a novel class of mitochondrial-derived peptides with systemic effects.
Summarizes published preclinical literature. Provided for research reference only; not a claim of efficacy or a description of human use.
Reconstitution
- Supplied as a lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder for laboratory reconstitution.
- Bacteriostatic water (0.9% benzyl alcohol) is the most common reconstitution solvent for multi-use research handling; sterile or acetic-acid solutions are used for specific compounds.
- Introduce solvent slowly against the vial wall rather than directly onto the powder, and allow it to dissolve without vigorous shaking.
- Use the reconstitution calculator to determine solvent volume for a target concentration in your protocol.
Storage & handling
- Lyophilized powder: store sealed at -20 °C for long-term stability; short periods at 2–8 °C are generally acceptable.
- Once reconstituted: refrigerate at 2–8 °C and protect from light; use within the compound-specific window noted on the COA.
- Avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles of reconstituted solution.
- Keep away from direct light and heat at all times.
Purity & verification
Every Popular Peptides batch is third-party tested by HPLC and LC-MS with a published Certificate of Analysis (≥99% purity).
Related compounds
MOTS-C is sold strictly as a research chemical for in-vitro laboratory and research use only. It is not intended for human or animal consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use. This page is educational reference information, not medical or usage guidance.