MOTS-c — Research Peptide
MOTS-c is a synthetic peptide derived from mitochondrial DNA and supplied for laboratory research purposes. Within scientific literature, this compound has been referenced in studies examining mitochondrial signalling activity and associated cellular processes under controlled experimental conditions.
Provided as a lyophilised material, MOTS-c is utilised in laboratory environments where consistent preparation and controlled handling are required for research workflows.
Research Areas of Interest
Scientific literature referencing MOTS-c includes investigation into areas such as:
• Experimental examination of metabolic signalling pathways within laboratory models
• Investigation of mitochondrial-associated cellular mechanisms studied under controlled conditions
• Evaluation of cellular response pathways examined in experimental research environments
• Study of cellular signalling processes associated with energy regulation research models
These areas reflect ongoing scientific exploration and position MOTS-c as a subject of continued laboratory research interest.
Technical Information
Product Name: MOTS-c
Chemical Name: Mitochondrial-Derived Peptide MOTS-c
Synonyms: MOTSc; Mitochondrial Open Reading Frame of the 12S rRNA type-c
Molecular Formula: C₃₇₇H₆₄₀N₁₀₆O₁₂₆S
Molecular Weight: ~2171 g/mol
Amino Acid Sequence: Met-Arg-Trp-Gln-Glu-Met-Gly-Tyr-Ile-Phe-Tyr-Pro-Arg-Lys-Leu
CAS Number: 1465911-04-7
Classification: Mitochondrial-derived research peptide
Form: Lyophilised powder
Storage Guidelines
Lyophilised material remains stable at room temperature for short periods during laboratory handling.
For extended storage, material should be maintained at −20 °C or below. Following reconstitution, solutions should be stored refrigerated and handled according to standard laboratory protocols.
Solubility
MOTS-c is typically soluble in sterile laboratory water or suitable aqueous buffers depending on laboratory preparation requirements.
References
Lee, C., et al. (2015). Studies examining mitochondrial-derived peptides within experimental metabolic models. Cell Metabolism, 21(3), 443–454.
Lu, H., et al. (2019). Investigation of mitochondrial peptide signalling within laboratory metabolic research models. Nature Communications, 10, 468.
Shen, W., & He, J. (2020). Overview of mitochondrial signalling peptides examined in ageing and metabolic research contexts. Frontiers in Endocrinology, 11, 605.
