LongevityResearch peptide

Humanin

Humanin is a 24-amino acid mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded within the 16S rRNA region. It is studied for cytoprotective signaling through the FPRL1 receptor and for effects on metabolic and neurodegeneration models.

Also known as: HN, MT-RNR2 peptide

Technical information

Molecular weight

2687.1 g/mol

Half-life

~30 minutes (plasma)

Sequence

MAPRGFSCLLLLTSEIDLPVKRRA

Common research doses

Variable (research protocols, typically 2-10 mg)

Research areas

Mitochondrial peptidesCytoprotectionNeurodegeneration researchInsulin sensitivity

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