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MOTS-c — research profile

3 min readUpdated on 2026-07-03

Identity & structure

MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived peptide, encoded in mitochondrial DNA. It is a short, well-characterised peptide.

Its sequence is specified and analytically verified.

Research fields

MOTS-c is studied in the literature in the fields of mitochondrial biology and metabolic research.

A factual mention of the fields of study, without asserting any effect or benefit.

Characterisation & quality

Each batch is verified for purity by HPLC (> 99%) and its identity is confirmed by mass spectrometry.

A certificate of analysis (CoA) accompanies the compound and documents these checks.

Laboratory handling

The compound is supplied lyophilised. In a research context, it is reconstituted with a suitable diluent.

Mixing is done gently — roll the vial rather than shaking it — away from light.

Storage & stability

In lyophilised form, the compound is stored long term at −20 °C and short term at +4 °C.

Once reconstituted, it is kept at +4 °C for a limited time, away from light.

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