Melanotan II (MT2)
Melanotan II (MT2) is a cyclic peptide analog of α-MSH studied for its interaction with melanocortin receptors involved in pigmentation and neuroendocrine signaling [1,2].
This peptide is for research purposes only. Not for human consumption.
Description
Receptor Binding and Signaling
MT2 interacts with multiple melanocortin receptor subtypes, making it useful for comparative receptor signaling studies [1]. Research models evaluate receptor selectivity and downstream pathway activation.
Neuroendocrine Research Context
Studies explore MT2 in relation to central melanocortin pathways associated with appetite, behavior, and endocrine regulation [2]. These investigations focus on signaling dynamics rather than outcomes.
Cyclic Peptide Design
The cyclic structure of MT2 contributes to enhanced stability and receptor interaction, supporting controlled analysis of signaling duration and pathway engagement [1].
Key Specs
- Peptide class: cyclic melanocortin analog
- Research context: melanocortin signaling
- References: PubChem, PubMed [1,2]
Referenced Citations
- PubChem, Melanotan II: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Melanotan-II
- PubMed, Central melanocortin system: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10737377/
Receptor Binding and Signaling
MT2 interacts with multiple melanocortin receptor subtypes, making it useful for comparative receptor signaling studies [1]. Research models evaluate receptor selectivity and downstream pathway activation.
Neuroendocrine Research Context
Studies explore MT2 in relation to central melanocortin pathways associated with appetite, behavior, and endocrine regulation [2]. These investigations focus on signaling dynamics rather than outcomes.
Cyclic Peptide Design
The cyclic structure of MT2 contributes to enhanced stability and receptor interaction, supporting controlled analysis of signaling duration and pathway engagement [1].
Key Specs
- Peptide class: cyclic melanocortin analog
- Research context: melanocortin signaling
- References: PubChem, PubMed [1,2]
Referenced Citations
- PubChem, Melanotan II: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Melanotan-II
- PubMed, Central melanocortin system: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10737377/
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