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Selank Synthetic Heptapeptide Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide analogue of the immunomodulatory peptide tuftsin, with an added Pro-Gly-Pro sequence. Developed at the Institute of Molecular Genetics, it has been studied for anxiolytic and nootropic properties

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Selank

Synthetic Heptapeptide

Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide analogue of the immunomodulatory peptide tuftsin, with an added Pro-Gly-Pro sequence. Developed at the Institute of Molecular Genetics, it has been studied for anxiolytic and nootropic properties.

Anxiolytic Activity

GABA Modulation

Immune Function

Cognitive Enhancement

Quantified findings reported in the literature

amino acid residues in the Selank heptapeptide sequence

Seredenin et al., 2002

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Stemcode Peptides COA data

Published, peer-reviewed studies

Efficacy and possible mechanisms of action of a new peptide anxiolytic selank in the therapy of generalized anxiety disorders and neurasthenia

Study characterizing Selank's anxiolytic and nootropic properties through modulation of enkephalin systems and monoamine pathways in patients with generalized anxiety disorders.

The inhibitory effect of Selank on enkephalin-degrading enzymes as a possible mechanism of its anxiolytic activity

Third-party analytical reports

Certificates of Analysis from independent laboratories for products supplied by Stemcode. Reported values describe the analysed material; they are reported as documented and are distinct from the published literature above.

Stemcode supplies Selank as a research-grade compound for laboratory research use only — not for human or animal consumption.

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Peer-Reviewed Studies

Our compounds are backed by published, peer-reviewed scientific literature. Click any compound to explore the research. BPC-157 is a 15-amino acid peptide fragment derived from human gastric juice. It has been extensively studied in pre-clinical models across gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and neurological research contexts. Curr Pharm Des (2018). “BPC 157 and Standard Angiogenic Growth Factors. Gastrointestinal Tract Healing, Lessons from Tendon, Ligament, Muscle and Bone Healing.” View source ↗ J Physiol Paris (1997). “BPC 157's effect on healing.” View source ↗ Vasc Pharmacol (2018). “Rat inferior caval vein (ICV) ligature and particular new insights with the stable gastric pentadecapeptide BPC 157.” View source ↗ Molecules (2014). “Pentadecapeptide BPC 157 enhances the growth hormone receptor expression in tendon fibroblasts.” View source ↗ World J Gastroenterol (2017). “Stable gastric pentadecapeptide BPC 157 in the treatment of colitis and ischemia and reperfusion in rats: New insights.” View source ↗ GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring tripeptide-copper complex with documented effects on gene expression, collagen synthesis, and extracellular matrix remodeling in published literature. Int J Mol Sci (2018). “Regenerative and protective actions of the GHK-Cu peptide in the light of new gene data.” View source ↗ BioMed Res Int (2015). “GHK peptide as a natural modulator of multiple cellular pathways in skin regeneration.” View source ↗ Cosmetics (2012). “GHK-Cu may prevent oxidative stress in skin by regulating copper and modifying expression of numerous antioxidant genes.” View source ↗ J Pept Sci (2008). “The human tri-peptide GHK and tissue remodeling.” View source ↗ TB-500 is a synthetic fragment of Thymosin Beta-4, a naturally occurring 43-amino acid peptide. It is the primary actin-sequestering protein in mammalian cells and has been studied for its role in cell migration, angiogenesis, and tissue repair. Expert Opin Biol Ther (2012). “Thymosin β4: a multi-functional regenerative peptide. Basic properties and clinical applications.” View source ↗ Ann N Y Acad Sci (2010). “Thymosin beta4 and corneal wound healing: visions of the future.” View source ↗ Nature (2004). “Thymosin beta4 activates integrin-linked kinase and promotes cardiac cell migration, survival and cardiac repair.” View source ↗ Semax is a synthetic heptapeptide derived from the ACTH(4-7) fragment with a Pro-Gly-Pro C-terminal extension. Developed at the Institute of Molecular Genetics in Moscow, it has been studied for nootropic and neuroprotective properties. Zh Vyssh Nerv Deiat Im I P Pavlova (1997). “A nootropic adrenocorticotropin analog 4-10-semax (15 years experience in its design and study).” View source ↗ Zh Nevrol Psikhiatr Im S S Korsakova (2005). “Semax in prevention of disease progress and development of exacerbations in patients with cerebrovascular insufficiency.” View source ↗ Brain Res (2006). “Semax, an analog of ACTH(4-10) with cognitive effects, regulates BDNF and trkB expression in the rat hippocampus.” View source ↗ Epitalon (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) is a synthetic tetrapeptide studied by Prof. Vladimir Khavinson at the Saint Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology for its effects on telomerase activity and pineal gland function. Bull Exp Biol Med (2003). “Epithalon peptide induces telomerase activity and telomere elongation in human somatic cells.” View source ↗ Biogerontology (2003). “Effect of Epitalon on biomarkers of aging, life span and spontaneous tumor incidence in female Swiss-derived SHR mice.” View source ↗ MOTS-c is a 16-amino acid peptide encoded within the mitochondrial 12S rRNA gene. Discovered by Dr. Changhan Lee at USC, it has been studied for its role in metabolic homeostasis and exercise physiology. Cell Metab (2015). “The mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c promotes metabolic homeostasis and reduces obesity and insulin resistance.” View source ↗ Nat Commun (2021). “MOTS-c is an exercise-induced mitochondrial-encoded regulator of age-dependent physical decline and muscle homeostasis.” View source ↗ Research Use Only. All references are to published peer-reviewed literature. No therapeutic claims are made or implied. Products are for laboratory research purposes only.

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