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MOTS-C is a mitochondrial-derived peptide composed of 16 amino acids and encoded within the 12S rRNA region of the mitochondrial genome. It belongs to the broader category of mitochondrial-derived peptides, a research area focused on short peptides encoded by mitochondrial DNA rather than nuclear DNA.
In laboratory research, MOTS-C is studied in relation to mitochondrial signaling, stress-response models, metabolic pathway studies, and mitochondrial-nuclear communication. This class of peptide provides a model for studying how mitochondrial-encoded sequences may participate in cellular signaling systems. PMC
Researchers may use MOTS-C in biochemical and cellular workflows involving mitochondrial pathway models, peptide signaling systems, and sequence-specific activity studies. Its research value comes from its mitochondrial-derived identity and relevance to pathway mapping in controlled models.
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Peer-reviewed studies referenced for educational purposes only. Not intended as medical advice or product claims.
Lee C, Zeng J, Drew BG
Yin Y, Li Y, Ma B
Zheng Y, Wei Z, Wang T
Yin Y, Pan Y, He J
Zhang Y, Huang J, Zhang Y
Mohtashami Z, Singh MK, Salimiaghdam N
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