Peptide Terms

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The process by which the kidneys filter and excrete substances.

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Reproductive peptides
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Peptides involved in reproductive health and hormone regulation.

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Retatrutide
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A peptide-based drug under investigation for weight management.

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Secretagogues
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Substances that promote the secretion of hormones or peptides.

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Selectivity
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The ability of a drug or peptide to target specific receptors.

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Senescence
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The aging process of cells, leading to a loss of function.

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Signal transduction
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The process by which cells communicate using signaling molecules.

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Somatostatin
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A hormone that inhibits the release of growth hormone and insulin.

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Stem cell peptides
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Peptides that support the function and renewal of stem cells.

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Stimulatory peptides
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Peptides that enhance the activity of biological processes.

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Structure-activity relationship (SAR)
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The relationship between a molecule's structure and its biological effects.

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Subcutaneous administration
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The administration of a substance beneath the skin.

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Surface receptors
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Proteins located on the cell surface that interact with external signals.

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Synaptic transmission
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The transmission of signals across a neural synapse.

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Synthetic analogs
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Artificially designed molecules that mimic natural substances.

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T-cell activation
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The activation of immune cells involved in immune responses.

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Telomerase activation
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The enzyme responsible for maintaining telomeres, which protect DNA.

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Tendon repair
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Peptides that promote the healing and regeneration of tendons.

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Therapeutic peptides
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Peptides designed for medical applications and treatment of diseases.

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Thymopoietin
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A peptide that influences thymus gland activity and immune function.

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Thymosin
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A peptide hormone involved in immune function and tissue repair.

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Tissue engineering
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The use of biological materials to create or repair tissues.

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Tissue repair
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The regeneration or healing of damaged tissues.

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Topical peptides
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Peptides applied to the skin for therapeutic or cosmetic effects.

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Toxicity profile
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An evaluation of a substance's potential harmful effects.

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Transcription factors
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Proteins that regulate gene expression and cellular activity.

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Transdermal peptides
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Peptides that penetrate the skin for systemic effects.

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Transport mechanisms
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Biological systems that transport molecules across membranes.

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Trophic factors
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Proteins that support neuron growth and survival.

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Tryptophan
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An essential amino acid involved in protein synthesis and mood regulation.

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Tumor necrosis factor (TNF)
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A cytokine involved in inflammation and immune response.

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Ubiquitination
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The process of marking proteins for degradation in the cell.

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Upregulation
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An increase in the production or activity of cellular molecules.

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Uroguanylin
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A peptide involved in fluid and electrolyte balance.

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VEGF (Vascular endothelial growth factor)
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A protein that stimulates blood vessel formation.

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Vaccinology peptides
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Peptides used in vaccine development and immune response enhancement.

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Vasoactive peptides
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Peptides that influence blood vessel function and circulation.

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Vasopressin
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A hormone that regulates water retention and blood pressure.

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Vimentin
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A protein involved in cell structure and mechanical support.

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Wound healing peptides
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Peptides that promote tissue regeneration and healing.

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Xenoestrogens
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Compounds that mimic estrogen and disrupt endocrine function.

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Xenografts
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Tissues or organs transplanted from a different species.

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Yolk peptides
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Peptides found in egg yolks with nutritional and functional benefits.

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Zinc finger proteins
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Proteins with zinc-binding domains involved in DNA recognition.

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Zwitterionic peptides
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Peptides with both positive and negative charges at physiological pH.

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