Specialty Peptides
Research on specialized peptides for sexual health, skin rejuvenation, antimicrobial defense, hormonal regulation, and targeted therapeutic applications.
19 research reports
5-Amino-1MQ: The NNMT Inhibitor for Fat Loss - Mechanism, Research & Metabolic Effects
Research report on 5-amino-1MQ, the small molecule NNMT inhibitor that promotes fat cell shrinkage and metabolic enhancement. Mechanism, preclinical data, and potential as an anti-obesity therapy.
Tesofensine: The Triple Monoamine Reuptake Inhibitor for Obesity - Clinical Trials & Mechanism
Research report on tesofensine, the triple monoamine reuptake inhibitor (serotonin, norepinephrine, dopamine) that showed dramatic weight loss in clinical trials. Mechanism, Phase 2 data, and development history.
Melanotan II & PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Melanocortin Peptides for Tanning & Sexual Dysfunction
Research report on Melanotan II and PT-141 (bremelanotide/Vyleesi). Melanocortin receptor activation, tanning effects, sexual dysfunction treatment, FDA approval of bremelanotide, and safety considerations.
Kisspeptin: The Master Reproductive Hormone Regulator - Fertility, Testosterone & Metabolic Research
Research report on kisspeptin, the neuropeptide that controls GnRH release and reproductive hormone regulation. Role in puberty, fertility treatment, testosterone optimization, and metabolic effects.
Peptide YY (PYY): The Satiety Hormone - Appetite Regulation, Obesity Research & GLP-1 Combined effect
Research report on Peptide YY (PYY 3-36), the gut-derived satiety hormone. Role in appetite regulation, interaction with GLP-1, obesity treatment potential, and bariatric surgery mechanisms.
Oxytocin: The Social Bonding Peptide - Beyond 'Love Hormone' to Metabolic & Psychiatric Research
Research report on oxytocin
LL-37 (Cathelicidin): The Human Antimicrobial Peptide - Infection Defense, Wound Healing & Immune Research
Research report on LL-37 (cathelicidin), the only human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide. Broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, wound healing, immune modulation, and vitamin D connection.
SNAP-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3): The Topical Anti-Wrinkle Peptide - Botox Alternative Research
Research report on SNAP-8 (acetyl octapeptide-3), the cosmetic peptide that inhibits SNARE complex formation to reduce wrinkle depth. Mechanism comparison to Botox, clinical data, and formulation science.
PT-141 / Bremelanotide (Vyleesi): FDA-Approved Peptide for Hypoactive Sexual Desire - Complete Guide
Complete research on PT-141 (bremelanotide/Vyleesi), the FDA-approved melanocortin-4 receptor agonist for hypoactive sexual desire disorder. Clinical trials, mechanism, dosing, and male off-label use.
VIP (Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide): Mold Illness, CIRS & Immune Regulation Research
Research on VIP (Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide) for chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), mold illness, and immune regulation. Shoemaker protocol, pulmonary hypertension, and neuroprotection.
KPV: The Anti-Inflammatory Tripeptide - Gut Inflammation, IBD & Skin Conditions Research
Research on KPV (Lys-Pro-Val), the alpha-MSH derived anti-inflammatory tripeptide. Gut inflammation, IBD research, skin conditions, mechanism via NF-κB inhibition, and oral/topical applications.
Pentosan Polysulfate (PPS): From Interstitial Cystitis to Osteoarthritis - Clinical Research Report
Research on pentosan polysulfate sodium (Elmiron), covering bladder pain syndrome, emerging osteoarthritis applications, mechanism of action, and retinal safety concerns.
Gonadorelin: GnRH Peptide for Fertility, Testosterone & HRT Support - Clinical Guide
Research on gonadorelin (GnRH analog) for fertility preservation, testosterone support during HRT, and diagnostic applications. Pulsatile dosing, LH/FSH stimulation, and clinical protocols.
Peptides for Joint Health: BPC-157, TB-500, AOD-9604 & Pentosan for Cartilage & Tendon Repair
Comprehensive comparison of peptides used for joint health and musculoskeletal repair. BPC-157, TB-500, AOD-9604 for joints, pentosan polysulfate, and combination protocols for cartilage regeneration.
Cosmetic Peptides: Complete Guide to Argireline, Matrixyl, Copper Peptides & Skin Science
Research on cosmetic peptides used in skincare: Argireline (acetyl hexapeptide-3), Matrixyl (palmitoyl pentapeptide-4), copper peptides, and signal peptides for anti-aging skin care.
Peptides for Hair Growth: GHK-Cu, Thymosin Beta-4, PTD-DBM & Copper Peptide Research
Research on peptides for hair regrowth: GHK-Cu copper peptide, thymosin beta-4, PTD-DBM (Wnt activator), and other peptides showing hair follicle stimulation and miniaturization reversal.
Khavinson Peptide Bioregulators: Short Peptides for Organ-Specific Rejuvenation - Complete Guide
Guide to Khavinson peptide bioregulators: Epithalon, Pinealon, Thymalin, Cortexin, Vilon, and other short peptides developed at the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology.
Peptide Skincare Science: Signal, Carrier, Neurotransmitter & Enzyme-Inhibiting Peptides Explained
The science behind peptide skincare products. Classification of cosmetic peptides, penetration science, clinical evidence for anti-aging claims, and how to build an effective peptide skincare routine.
GnRH Analogs in Peptide Therapy: Gonadorelin, Triptorelin & Nafarelin - Reproductive Health Guide
Guide to GnRH analog peptides used in reproductive health. Gonadorelin for fertility preservation, triptorelin for prostate cancer, and nafarelin for endometriosis. Mechanism, dosing, and clinical evidence.