MOTS-C is a mitochondrial-derived peptide composed of 16 amino acids. In laboratory research, it is utilized to study the regulation of metabolic homeostasis, insulin sensitivity, and mitochondrial signaling across various tissue types. For research use only.
MOTS-C is a specialized research reagent encoded by the mitochondrial DNA rather than nuclear DNA. In research settings, it is highly valued for its unique ability to act as a systemic signaling molecule that targets skeletal muscle and other metabolic tissues. Unlike traditional hormones, MOTS-C is studied for its direct impact on cellular energetics and its capacity to modulate gene expression related to metabolism. This allows for the investigation of aging-related metabolic decline and exercise-mimetic effects in various mammalian models. Supplied as a stable, lyophilized powder, it is intended strictly for laboratory research and is not for human or veterinary administration.
