MOTS-c

MOTS-c is a research-grade mitochondrial-derived peptide composed of 16 amino acids and encoded within the mitochondrial genome. As a mitochondrial signaling molecule, MOTS-c has become a compound of interest in laboratory research focused on metabolic regulation, cellular energy balance, and mitochondrial function.

In controlled research settings, MOTS-c is commonly investigated for its potential influence on fatty acid oxidation, glucose metabolism, insulin signaling pathways, and AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) activity. Scientific literature continues to explore its role in non-human experimental models related to metabolic homeostasis, energy expenditure, and adaptive cellular responses.