Think of SS-31 as a shield for mitochondria. It’s designed to seek out and bind to cardiolipin, a special fat found only in the inner membrane of mitochondria. By attaching to cardiolipin, SS-31 stabilizes the membrane and prevents damage during energy production. It also helps mitochondria work more efficiently and reduces the production of harmful byproducts. This allows researchers to study how protecting mitochondria might affect overall cell health and function.
Research Uses
Scientists use SS-31 to study:
- How mitochondria protect themselves from damage
- Energy production in cells
- Age-related mitochondrial changes
- Heart and muscle cell health
- Neurological protection
- Cellular stress responses
Potential Research Benefits
This compound helps researchers:
- Understand mitochondrial protection mechanisms
- Study how energy production affects cell health
- Investigate ways to maintain mitochondrial function with age
- Explore how mitochondria influence organ health
- Examine the connection between mitochondrial damage and disease
Product Details
- Purity: 98% minimum
- Form: White lyophilized powder
- Sequence: D-Arg-Dmt-Lys-Phe-NH2
- Storage: Keep refrigerated, protected from light
- Stability: Stable for 2 years when stored properly
- Reconstitution: Dissolves in bacteriostatic water for research use
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