MOTS-c
Mitochondrial-derived peptide
MOTS-c is a peptide encoded within mitochondrial 12S rRNA and studied in cellular stress responses, glucose metabolism, AMPK signaling, exercise biology, aging, and mitochondrial–nuclear communication.
For laboratory and research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
Form
Lyophilized
Available strengths
10 mg · 20 mg
Research class
Cellular Senescence & Mitochondrial Signaling
Evidence grade
Level IV
Predominantly animal and cellular evidence
Scientific overview
MOTS-c is a peptide encoded within mitochondrial 12S rRNA and studied in cellular stress responses, glucose metabolism, AMPK signaling, exercise biology, aging, and mitochondrial–nuclear communication.
Mechanism under investigation
Preclinical work suggests effects on AMPK-related pathways, folate and purine metabolism, and adaptive stress signaling, including nuclear translocation under cellular stress.
Research evidence summary
Predominantly preclinical with early human observational or exploratory work.
Level IV, Predominantly preclinical
Key research limitations
Endogenous association studies and animal experiments do not establish the effects of administered synthetic MOTS-c in humans.
Safety & toxicology context
Human pharmacokinetics, immunogenicity, long-term safety, and off-target metabolic effects are not established.
Regulatory & development status
No FDA-approved drug product; FDA has identified safety-information gaps for compounded MOTS-c.
Supplied strictly for in-vitro and ex-vivo laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary administration, diagnostic, or therapeutic use. Import and regulatory compliance remain the responsibility of the receiving researcher.
Available research formats
- MOTS-c, 10 mgLyophilized
- MOTS-c, 20 mgLyophilized
Lot documentation
Every Cendrix lot ships with an HPLC purity chromatogram, mass-spectrometry identity confirmation, appearance and reconstitution observations, and endotoxin testing where applicable. Lot certificates are retrievable from the Quality page using the lot number printed on the vial.
Curated references
External searches link to PubMed, ClinicalTrials.gov, Google Scholar, and FDA records. Cendrix does not endorse interpretations published in third-party sources.
Editorial provenance
- Last scientific review
- June 2026
- Literature search through
- June 2026
- Regulatory review status
- Pending counsel approval
Persistent disclaimer
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, or personal experimentation. This content summarizes published research and is not medical advice.