Melanocortin
What is MT-1 (Melanotan 1)?
Melanotan 1 (Afamelanotide)
Mechanism of Action
Melanotan 1 is a synthetic linear peptide analog of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It acts as a non-selective agonist at melanocortin receptors, primarily MC1R. Research focuses on its interaction with melanocortin pathways and effects on melanogenesis - the process by which melanocytes produce melanin pigment.
Peptide Structure
Linear peptide analog of α-MSH (13 amino acids)
Research Applications
Melanocortin receptor research
Melanogenesis studies
Photoprotection research
Skin pigmentation
MC1R activation
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