Semax
Semax is a synthetic heptapeptide derived from a fragment of ACTH (4-10). It is studied in preclinical research in relation to neurotrophic factors, cognition and neuroprotection.
What is Semax?
Semax is a synthetic heptapeptide derived from a fragment of ACTH (4-10). It is studied in preclinical research in relation to neurotrophic factors, cognition and neuroprotection. This page is intended solely as an informational research guide for laboratory applications (Research Use Only).
Mechanism (preclinical)
Modulates BDNF and NGF expression and affects dopaminergic and serotonergic systems in preclinical models.
Research areas
- Cognition and memory (preclinical)
- Neuroprotection
- Neurotrophic factors (BDNF / NGF)
- Stress and attention models
Specifications
- Molecular weight
- 813,93 g/mol
- Sequence
- Met-Glu-His-Phe-Pro-Gly-Pro
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Form
- Lyophilised powder
- Included
- 3 ml bacteriostatic water
Storage and reconstitution
Dry (lyophilised) powder can be stored long-term at -20 to -80 °C in an airtight, opaque container. After reconstitution with bacteriostatic water the solution must be refrigerated at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light.
Order Semax from Europa Peptides
Europa Peptides supplies Semax as lyophilised powder with ≥ 99% purity - 3 ml bacteriostatic water included. Shipped from our Netherlands warehouse. Orders placed before 16:00 on a business day ship the same day. For laboratory research only (RUO).