Melanocortin receptor agonists and endocrine signaling peptides for receptor binding and hormonal pathway research.
Melanocortin peptides act on five POMC-derived G-protein-coupled receptors (MC1R–MC5R) across diverse tissues. PT-141 is a cyclic melanocortin agonist studied for its central effects on hypothalamic arousal circuits. Kisspeptin is the master regulator of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, investigated for puberty onset and reproductive function. Oxytocin is a nonapeptide studied for social bonding and stress modulation. VIP is a 28-amino-acid neuropeptide with vasodilatory, immunomodulatory, and neuroprotective properties.
A receptor-biology look at Melanotan 2 research: peptide structure, melanocortin receptor agonism, and preclinical findings on the MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R subtypes.
For in-vitro research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
