Peptides Encyclopedia
An A–Z reference of the most commonly studied research peptides. Each entry covers the compound's functional class, mechanism of action, and the research contexts in which it is typically investigated. This is for laboratory and educational reference only — not medical advice.
AOD9604
Anti-Obesity Drug 9604
A fragment of human growth hormone (177–191) that mimics the lipolytic effect of hGH without impacting blood glucose or IGF-1 levels. Studied for fat metabolism in animal models.
ARA-290
Cibinetide
An 11-amino-acid peptide derived from erythropoietin that selectively activates the innate repair receptor (IRR). Researched for tissue repair and neuropathy.
BPC-157
Body Protection Compound-157
A 15-amino-acid partial sequence of human gastric juice protein BPC. Investigated for tendon, ligament, and gut-barrier healing in animal studies.
Cagrilintide
Amylin analog
A long-acting amylin analogue that slows gastric emptying and promotes satiety. Often researched alongside GLP-1 agonists for synergistic metabolic effects.
CJC-1295
GHRH analogue
A modified growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) with a DAC (drug affinity complex) that extends half-life. Stimulates pulsatile GH release.
Dihexa
Hepatocyte growth factor mimetic
A small peptide activator of hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) with high oral bioavailability. Studied for synaptogenesis and neurorestoration.
Epitalon
Epithalamin
A synthetic version of epithalamin that activates telomerase. Investigated for circadian regulation and cellular senescence markers.
GHK-Cu
Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine + copper
A tripeptide-copper complex that modulates collagen synthesis and tissue remodeling. Used in skin and wound-healing research.
GHRP-2
Growth hormone releasing peptide-2
A synthetic ghrelin mimetic that stimulates GH secretion via the ghrelin receptor. Shorter half-life than GHRP-6 with less appetite stimulation.
Hexarelin
Hexapeptide
A potent hexapeptide GH secretagogue with strong cardioprotective effects in animal models via CD36 activation.
HGH 191AA
Human growth hormone 191 amino acids
Recombinant somatropin with the native 191-amino-acid sequence. Reference standard for comparing GH secretagogue efficacy.
Humanin
Mitochondrial-derived peptide
A 24-amino-acid mitochondrial peptide that inhibits apoptosis and reduces oxidative stress. Studied for neuroprotection and metabolic regulation.
Ipamorelin
Pentapeptide
A selective GHRP-receptor agonist that stimulates GH without significantly raising cortisol or prolactin. Preferred for cleaner GH pulses.
Kisspeptin
Kisspeptin-10
A hypothalamic neuropeptide that triggers GnRH secretion via GPR54. Studied for HPG axis activation and reproductive hormone research.
KPV
Lys-Pro-Val
A tripeptide fragment of alpha-MSH with potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Researched for gut and skin inflammation.
LL-37
Cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide
The only known human cathelicidin, a 37-residue peptide with broad antimicrobial and immunomodulatory activity.
Melanotan II
Afamelanotide analog
A synthetic melanocortin analog that activates MC1R and MC4R. Used in tanning and sexual-dysfunction research contexts.
MOTS-c
Mitochondrial open reading frame of the 12S rRNA-c
A 16-amino-acid mitochondrial peptide that improves insulin sensitivity and metabolic homeostasis through AMPK activation.
NAD+
Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide
A coenzyme central to cellular redox reactions and sirtuin activation. Declines with age; supplementation studied for metabolic and neurovascular health.
Oxytocin
Oxytocin nonapeptide
A posterior pituitary neuropeptide involved in social bonding, stress modulation, and smooth-muscle contraction. Investigated for anxiety and reproductive research.
PT-141
Bremelanotide
A cyclic heptapeptide melanocortin agonist targeting MC4R. Studied for sexual arousal and energy-balance research.
Retatrutide
Triple G receptor agonist
A triple agonist of GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors. Studied for potent glycemic control and weight reduction in metabolic research.
Semaglutide
GLP-1 receptor agonist
A long-acting GLP-1 analog with 94% homology to native GLP-1 and a fatty-acid side chain for albumin binding. Standard reference for incretin research.
Semax
ACTH(4-10) analog
A synthetic ACTH fragment with nootropic and neuroprotective properties. Investigated for BDNF/NGF upregulation and cognitive repair.
Sermorelin
GHRH(1-29)
The first 29 amino acids of GHRH that stimulates pituitary GH release. Used as a diagnostic and research reference for GH deficiency.
Setmelanotide
MC4R agonist
A potent MC4R-selective agonist studied for genetic obesity and energy-homeostasis disorders.
Selank
Tuftsin analog
A synthetic tuftsin derivative with anxiolytic and nootropic effects. Researched for modulation of enkephalinase and immune response.
TB-500
Thymosin Beta-4 fragment
The active 43-amino-acid fragment of thymosin beta-4. Promotes actin polymerization, cell migration, and wound healing in research models.
Tesamorelin
GHRH analog
A synthetic GHRH analog that preferentially reduces visceral adiposity. Used in HIV-associated lipodystrophy and metabolic research.
Thymalin
Thymus-derived peptide
A thymic peptide complex that regulates T-cell maturation and immune homeostasis. Studied for immunosenescence.
Thymosin Alpha-1
Thymalfasin
A 28-amino-acid thymic peptide that modulates immune response via Toll-like receptors. Researched for immune restoration and viral response.
Tirzepatide
Dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist
A dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide and GLP-1 receptor agonist. Studied for superior glycemic control and weight reduction.
VIP
Vasoactive intestinal peptide
A 28-amino-acid neuropeptide with potent vasodilatory, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. Researched for mast-cell and neuroprotection studies.

