Mitochondrial peptide signalling
Mitochondria-derived peptides studied in metabolism and stress responses.
Mitochondria-derived peptides such as MOTS-c and humanin, and mitochondrially-targeted peptides such as SS-31, are studied for roles in mitochondrial function, metabolism, and cellular stress responses — predominantly in preclinical settings.
Peptides acting through this pathway
FAQ
What does mitochondrial peptide signalling do?
Mitochondria-derived peptides such as MOTS-c and humanin, and mitochondrially-targeted peptides such as SS-31, are studied for roles in mitochondrial function, metabolism, and cellular stress responses — predominantly in preclinical settings.
Which peptides act through mitochondrial peptide signalling?
Mots C, Humanin, SS 31. They share this pathway but differ in evidence, approval, and safety.
Does this mechanism prove a peptide works?
No. Mechanistic plausibility is not proof of clinical benefit — a plausible pathway is a reason to study a compound, not evidence that it works in humans.
Mechanistic plausibility is not proof of clinical benefit. Research reference only — not medical advice.