Mechanisms
The pathways peptides act through — and which compounds use each.
Activating the GLP-1 receptor to enhance insulin release, slow gastric emptying, and reduce appetite.
4 compounds
GIP receptor agonismActivating the GIP receptor, another incretin pathway, often combined with GLP-1.
2 compounds
Glucagon receptor agonismEngaging the glucagon receptor to influence energy expenditure and metabolism.
1 compounds
GHRH signallingStimulating the pituitary's GHRH receptor to release growth hormone.
5 compounds
Ghrelin-receptor agonismActing on the ghrelin / GH-secretagogue receptor to release growth hormone.
4 compounds
IGF-1 pathwayDownstream growth signalling mediated by insulin-like growth factor 1.
3 compounds
Melanocortin receptor activationEngaging melanocortin receptors, relevant to pigmentation and sexual function.
2 compounds
Copper-peptide signallingCopper-binding peptides studied in skin, wound, and collagen biology.
1 compounds
Angiogenesis & tissue repairPromoting new blood-vessel formation and repair signalling.
3 compounds
Thymic & immune modulationModulating immune-cell activity and inflammation.
3 compounds
Antimicrobial membrane activityHost-defense peptides that disrupt microbial membranes.
1 compounds
Kisspeptin & reproductive signallingUpstream control of reproductive-hormone release.
1 compounds
Mitochondrial peptide signallingMitochondria-derived peptides studied in metabolism and stress responses.
3 compounds