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Humanin

Full name
Humanin (mitochondrial-derived peptide)
Mechanism
24-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide with cytoprotective, anti-apoptotic, and metabolic-regulatory effects; signals via a trimeric receptor complex and modulates IGF/STAT3 pathways.
Half-life
short (analogues like HNG extend it)
Administration
subcutaneous (research), intraperitoneal (animal)
Typical dosage*
low: research-defined · typical: no established human dose · high: research-defined
Researched for
neuroprotection / metabolic research, longevity research interest
Reported side effects
no human safety data
Interactions
not characterised
Commonly combined
research peptide; no protocols
Scheduling
🇦🇺 AUNot ARTG-registered; research
🇺🇸 USNot FDA-approved
🇬🇧 UKNot licensed
Regulatory status
Preclinical research peptide. Not approved.

*Doses are commonly-reported figures from public sources, not a recommendation. Educational only.

15studies
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Studies (15)

YearTitle / venueSource
2024Mitochondrial-derived peptides in cardiovascular disease: Novel insights and therapeutic opportunities
Journal of advanced research · preclinical
PMID 38008175
2023Mitochondrial stress and mitokines in aging
Aging cell · preclinical
PMID 36642986
2023Neuron-derived extracellular vesicles in blood reveal effects of exercise in Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's research & therapy · human
PMID 37730689
2023Neuroprotective Action of Humanin and Humanin Analogues: Research Findings and Perspectives
Biology · preclinical
PMID 38132360
2023Humanin and Its Pathophysiological Roles in Aging: A Systematic Review
Biology · preclinical
PMID 37106758
2023Mitochondrial-Encoded Peptide MOTS-c, Diabetes, and Aging-Related Diseases
Diabetes & metabolism journal · preclinical
PMID 36824008
2022Mitochondria-derived peptides in aging and healthspan
The Journal of clinical investigation · preclinical
PMID 35499074
2021Mitochondrial-derived peptides in aging and age-related diseases
GeroScience · preclinical
PMID 32910336
2021Mitochondrial-derived peptides and exercise
Biochimica et biophysica acta. General subjects · preclinical
PMID 34520826
2021Mitochondrial-Derived Peptides in Diabetes and Its Complications
Frontiers in endocrinology · preclinical
PMID 35185787
2020Mitochondrial-derived peptides in energy metabolism
American journal of physiology. Endocrinology and metabolism · preclinical
PMID 32776825
2020The mitochondrial derived peptide humanin is a regulator of lifespan and healthspan
Aging · preclinical
PMID 32575074
2019Mitochondrial-derived peptide humanin as therapeutic target in cancer and degenerative diseases
Expert opinion on therapeutic targets · preclinical
PMID 30582721
2018Mitochondrial-Derived Peptides Exacerbate Senescence
Rejuvenation research · preclinical
PMID 30058454
2015The mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c promotes metabolic homeostasis and reduces obesity and insulin resistance
Cell metabolism · preclinical
PMID 25738459

Questions (9)

What is Humanin?

Humanin (Humanin (mitochondrial-derived peptide)). 24-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide with cytoprotective, anti-apoptotic, and metabolic-regulatory effects; signals via a trimeric receptor complex and modulates IGF/STAT3 pathways.

What is Humanin used for?

Commonly discussed uses: neuroprotection / metabolic research, longevity research interest. The evidence base is largely preclinical (animal/in-vitro); published randomised human clinical trials are lacking or absent. Note: most uses are not approved indications.

How does Humanin work?

Mechanism: 24-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide with cytoprotective, anti-apoptotic, and metabolic-regulatory effects; signals via a trimeric receptor complex and modulates IGF/STAT3 pathways.

Is Humanin safe?

Reported considerations: no human safety data. The evidence base is largely preclinical (animal/in-vitro); published randomised human clinical trials are lacking or absent. Preclinical research peptide. Not approved. This is not a safety endorsement; safety data for unapproved compounds is incomplete.

What is the typical dose of Humanin?

Commonly cited ranges (educational reference, not a recommendation): low research-defined, typical no established human dose, high research-defined. Administration: subcutaneous (research), intraperitoneal (animal). Half-life: short (analogues like HNG extend it).

Is Humanin legal in Australia?

Australian status: Not ARTG-registered; research. Preclinical research peptide. Not approved. General regulatory context: most active peptides are Schedule 4 and require a prescription; import via the Personal Importation Scheme requires a valid Australian prescription for prescription-only goods.

How do you store Humanin?

Reconstitution/storage reference: research-defined; storage: frozen aliquots.

What is Humanin commonly stacked with?

Commonly discussed combinations (anecdotal for unapproved compounds): research peptide; no protocols. Stacking increases interaction/safety uncertainty.