mitochondrial-signalling peptides
MOTS-c + SS-31, in research terms
MOTS-c and SS-31 are two peptides studied around mitochondrial function — the cell's energy machinery. They are combined because they approach the mitochondrion from different angles: one is mitochondrial-derived, the other mitochondria-targeting.
two peptides, one theme
MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived peptide — encoded within mitochondrial DNA and studied in metabolic signalling. SS-31 (elamipretide) is a mitochondria-targeting peptide studied for its association with the inner mitochondrial membrane. Both belong to the longevity & cellular range.
derived vs targeting
The distinction is worth keeping straight: MOTS-c comes from the mitochondrion and acts as a signalling molecule; SS-31 is designed to concentrate at the inner mitochondrial membrane. Combining them lets a single research model examine both the signalling and the structural sides of mitochondrial biology.
how it relates to NAD+
These peptides are the signalling and structural counterparts to NAD+, which is studied as the metabolic coenzyme in the same category — different tools for adjacent cellular-energy questions.
verifying identity and purity
As a two-compound pen, the certificate of analysis should confirm each component. Every MOTS-c + SS-31 pen ships with an independent, batch-specific COA — see how to read a COA.
research use only
This compound is supplied strictly for in-vitro and laboratory research use only. It is not a medicine, is not for human or veterinary consumption, and nothing on this page is dosing, medical or treatment guidance. Any effect described is stated in the context of published research, not a claim about use.
where to find MOTS-c + SS-31
MOTS-c + SS-31 is supplied in the following research pens — pre-filled, batch-numbered and independently assayed. Save one to your list and we'll email you the moment it's available in your country.
