Research Blog

STAT News examines the trust paradox: a patient stops her statin and injects BPC-157 instead. We assess the evidence, explore the 2026 FDA reclassification, and explain why quality is what matters most.

Comprehensive analysis of TRIUMPH-4 results (28.7% weight loss) and TRANSCEND-T2D-1 data on Retatrutide, the first triple agonist (GLP-1/GIP/Glucagon). Comparison with Tirzepatide and Semaglutide, pipeline outlook and approval perspective.

Evidence-based overview of Epitalon research: telomerase activation data, proposed anti-aging mechanisms, pineal gland signalling, and comparison with other longevity peptides.

Epitalon and Thymalin compared: telomerase-related cell research vs thymic immune peptide research, with study context, limitations, and key differences.

Epitalon and Thymalin compared: telomerase-related cell research vs thymic immune peptide research, with study context, limitations, and key differences.

GHRH and GHRP peptides compared: Sermorelin, Tesamorelin, Ipamorelin and CJC-1295. Mechanisms of action, differences and research overview.

How do triple agonists like retatrutide work? GLP-1, GIP and glucagon receptors compared. Mechanisms of action, studies and research outlook.

SS-31 (Elamipretide), MOTS-c and NAD+ in direct comparison. Mechanisms of action, evidence base and differences in research and clinical development.

Beyond semaglutide and tirzepatide: next-generation metabolic peptides including survodutide, mazdutide, and cagrilintide. Mechanisms, trials, and current research status.

Overview of research on GHK-Cu, LL-37 and the blends KLOW and GLOW. Focus on wound healing, biofilm, copper peptide and preclinical mechanisms.

BPC-157 and TB-500 compared: current research, plausible mechanisms, limits of the evidence base, and practical notes for laboratory work.

Hair loss with Semaglutide, Tirzepatide and Retatrutide: clinical trial data on telogen effluvium, causes from rapid weight loss, and reversibility.

Evidence-based overview of retatrutide dosing and titration in published clinical research, with pharmacokinetic context and comparisons to semaglutide and tirzepatide schedules.

Retatrutide side effects from Phase 2 and TRIUMPH-4 data: gastrointestinal effects, dysaesthesia, discontinuation rates and open safety questions.

Factual comparison of Retatrutide, Tirzepatide and Semaglutide focusing on receptor profile, weight reduction, side effects, cardiovascular data and approval status.

Evidence-based overview of GHK-Cu research, including skin biology, wound-healing mechanisms, gene-expression data, and the limits of current preclinical evidence.

SS-31 (Elamipretide) is in Phase 3 trials ReNEW and ReGAIN for dry AMD with photoreceptor loss and extrafoveal geographic atrophy. This article covers mechanism, study design, and regulatory context as of March 5, 2026.

Two preclinical studies from late February 2026 examine MOTS-c in a mouse model of acetaminophen-induced liver injury and NMN in a model of age-associated cardiac damage under a high-fat diet.

What current research says about spermidine, autophagy, cognitive studies, and the limits of the evidence around cancer-related mechanisms.

An overview of two 2026 review papers on BPC-157 in musculoskeletal injury models and arrhythmia research, with attention to the mainly preclinical evidence base.

Elamipretide received accelerated FDA approval in 2025 for Barth syndrome. This article contextualises the study data, the approval basis, and its significance for mitochondrial peptide research.

Guide to peptide reconstitution and peptide storage: bacteriostatic water, sterile handling, solvent choice, storage temperatures, and essential lab supplies.

A scientific overview of longevity research compounds including KLOW-80, SS-31 Elamipretide, MOTS-c, Epitalon, NAD+, and Thymalin.

Scientific overview of weight management peptides: retatrutide, cagrilintide, and AOD-9604, including mechanisms, study data, and research context.

Everything for peptide research: Bacteriostatic Water for reconstitution, syringes, needles, and accessories. Guide to proper peptide reconstitution.

Overview of healing peptides in the PeptidesDirect portfolio, including BPC-157, TB-500, GHK-Cu, LL-37, KLOW80, and GLOW70. Focus on research context, mechanisms, and fit by use case.

Comparison of GLP-1-based and adjacent metabolic peptides: Retatrutide, Cagrilintide/CagriSema, and AOD9604. Mechanisms, trial data, and research context.

Guide to hormonal research agents focusing on GH secretagogues, HGH, HCG, and melanocortin agonists. EU shipping.

Complete guide to hormonal research peptides: Ipamorelin, CJC-1295, Sermorelin, Tesamorelin, HGH, HCG, IGF-1 LR3, Melanotan-2 & PT-141. EU shipping.

A practical overview of research peptide storage. The article covers lyophilized and reconstituted peptides, typical stability risks, and the importance of following manufacturer specifications.

Learn the best practices for storing research peptides to maintain stability, potency, and integrity. Covers lyophilized and reconstituted peptide storage conditions.

A sober overview of Semax, Selank, Semax-Selank Mix, PE-22-28 and Adamax. Focus on mechanisms, evidence base and research applications.

Epitalon peptide research: telomerase activation data, anti-aging mechanisms, pineal function, and how to source research-grade Epitalon in the EU.

Overview of Semax and Selank: origins, mechanisms, differences, and typical research applications in comparison.

Complete guide to Semax and Selank nootropic peptides. Compare mechanisms, research applications, and find research-grade quality with EU shipping.

Overview of HGH, GHRH analogues, GHRPs, IGF-LR3, HCG and Melanotan 2 with focus on mechanisms, signalling pathways and typical research applications.

Complete guide to hormonal peptides: HGH, Ipamorelin, CJC-1295, Sermorelin, Tesamorelin, HCG, IGF-LR3 & Melanotan 2. Compare mechanisms and research applications.

A factual overview of SS-31, MOTS-c, Epitalon, NAD+, and Thymalin in aging research. Focus on mechanisms, evidence, and typical research questions.

An overview of five cognitive peptides: Semax, Selank, PE-22-28, Adamax, and the Semax/Selank Mix. Mechanisms, research context, and product links at a glance.

A factual comparison of BPC-157 and TB-500: mechanisms, evidence, differences from Thymosin Beta-4, and practical framing for research models.

Comparison of healing peptides for research: BPC-157, TB-500, GHK-Cu, LL-37, and blends. Research focus areas, mechanisms discussed in the literature, and product links for reference.

Step-by-step reconstitution protocol for BPC-157: required materials, solvent selection, concentrations and storage for in-vitro research.

An overview of research peptides: what they are, how they are used in scientific research, common categories, quality indicators and regulatory aspects.