MOTS-c — mitochondrial-derived peptide: sequence, research applications and handling. Research Use Only.
MOTS-c at a glance
| Sequence | Met-Arg-Trp-Gln-Glu-Met-Gly-Tyr-Ile-Phe-Tyr-Pro-Arg-Lys-Leu-Arg (MRWQEMGYIFYPRKLR) |
| CAS number | 1627580-64-6 |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Storage | -20°C, protected from light |
| Solubility | Bacteriostatic or sterile water |
What is MOTS-c?
MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded within the mitochondrial genome. In research it is studied in mitochondrial signaling, AMPK activation and metabolic-homeostasis models.
Research applications
- Mitochondrial signaling and AMPK activation research
- Metabolic homeostasis studies in cell models
- Nuclear signaling interaction research
Handling & reconstitution
MOTS-c is supplied as a lyophilized powder for reconstitution in bacteriostatic or sterile water. See the reconstitution guide and use the reconstitution calculator to work out concentration and syringe units; for diluent choice see bacteriostatic water vs sterile water.
Quality & Certificate of Analysis
Every MOTS-c lot is verified by independent third-party HPLC (purity) and mass spectrometry (identity), with a lot-specific Certificate of Analysis included on each order.
Buy MOTS-c for research
View MOTS-c (10mg) in the BioSequence Labs catalog → (Research Use Only.)
Frequently asked questions
What is MOTS-c used for in research?
MOTS-c is studied in laboratory research on mitochondrial signaling, AMPK activation and metabolic homeostasis.
MOTS-c: how is it supplied and stored?
MOTS-c is supplied as a lyophilized powder. Store it at -20°C protected from light and moisture, and reconstitute in bacteriostatic or sterile water before use.
Part of our research peptides handbook.