OVERVIEW
Sema is a research peptide used in preclinical laboratory models involving metabolic, mitochondrial, immune, or regenerative pathways.
What is it? (Sema / GLP-1)
Sema is a synthetic peptide analog modeled after human glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), developed for investigational and in vitro research use. It is designed to structurally and functionally resemble a naturally occurring incretin hormone involved in metabolic signaling following nutrient intake.
Incretins are a class of gut-derived peptides released in response to food consumption, particularly carbohydrates and fats. In preclinical and laboratory research settings, GLP-1 analogs such as Sema have been studied for their role in glucose-dependent insulin signaling, meaning insulin-related activity is observed primarily when glucose levels are elevated rather than under baseline conditions.
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is the primary incretin pathway associated with Sema in research models.
Within experimental settings, GLP-1–focused signaling has been associated with coordinated effects on insulin secretion modulation, glucagon signaling balance, gastric emptying dynamics, and central satiety-related communication. As a result, Sema has become a compound of interest in laboratory studies exploring metabolic regulation, energy balance, and appetite-related neuroendocrine signaling through GLP-1–specific mechanisms.
MECHANISM OF INTEREST
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Pathway |
Description |
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Angiogenesis |
Observed to influence vascular endothelial pathways. |
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Tissue Repair |
Supports modeling of gastric, tendon, and muscular healing. |
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Cytoprotection |
Evaluated for protective effects in oxidative environments. |
KEY RESEARCH APPLICATIONS
- Tissue repair and regeneration research
- Inflammation pathway modeling
- Angiogenesis studies
SPECIFICATIONS
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Attribute |
Detail |
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Purity |
≥ 98% (HPLC) |
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Form |
Lyophilized peptide |
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Appearance |
White to off-white powder |
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Molecular Weight |
~1419 Da |
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Container |
Sterile glass vial |
HANDLING & STORAGE
Lyophilized: Store at –20°C, protect from light and moisture.
Reconstituted: Store at 2–8°C, avoid freeze–thaw cycles.
RESEARCH USE ONLY
This product is supplied strictly for laboratory, research, and development use. Not for human consumption or therapeutic application.