Product Description
MT-2 (Melanotan 2) | 10mg
Researching Pigmentation, Skin Response, and Melanocortin Signaling
What It Does
Melanotan 2 (MT-2) is a synthetic peptide being studied for its role in activating melanocortin receptors involved in skin pigmentation and physiological response pathways. It is a focus in research exploring melanin production, UV response mechanisms, and broader melanocortin system activity.
What Researchers Explore
- Melanin production and pigmentation pathways
- Skin response to UV exposure
- Melanocortin receptor signaling (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R)
- Skin protection and adaptive response mechanisms
- Neuroendocrine effects linked to melanocortin pathways
- Appetite and behavioral signaling interactions
Technical Background
Melanotan 2 is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH), designed to improve stability and receptor binding affinity. It is a cyclic heptapeptide with modifications that enhance resistance to enzymatic degradation and prolong biological activity.
It acts as a non-selective agonist at melanocortin receptors, particularly MC1R, which plays a key role in melanin synthesis in melanocytes. Additional receptor interactions (MC3R and MC4R) are associated with broader physiological signaling pathways, including energy balance and neuroendocrine function.
Common Research Applications
- Melanogenesis and pigmentation research
- UV response and photoprotection studies
- Melanocortin receptor pharmacology
- Skin biology and adaptive response research
- Neuroendocrine signaling pathway studies
- Appetite and energy regulation research
Product Properties
Purity: 99%+ HPLC
Form: Lyophilized Powder
Size: 10mg
Category: Skin / Pigmentation Research
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- ACE-031 (muscle growth and regeneration research)
- AOD-9604 (fat metabolism research)