Description
Research Overview
Sema is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, part of a class of incretin-based compounds that mimic the action of the endogenous GLP-1 hormone. As a research-grade compound, it is studied for its role in metabolic signaling, glucose homeostasis, and appetite regulation pathways in controlled laboratory and preclinical settings.
Structurally, Sema is a modified GLP-1 analog engineered for enhanced resistance to DPP-4 enzymatic degradation. The result is a prolonged pharmacokinetic profile, which makes it a valuable tool in metabolic research models that require sustained GLP-1 receptor engagement.
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Scientific Background
GLP-1 is an intestinal incretin hormone that augments glucose-dependent insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon release, delays gastric emptying, and modulates appetite via hypothalamic signaling pathways. GLP-1 receptor agonists replicate these effects at the receptor level, making them central to research on pancreatic beta-cell function, insulin sensitivity, and central nervous system regulation of energy balance.
Sema’s structure and receptor pharmacology have been extensively characterized in the published literature, and it is now widely used as a reference compound in incretin biology research, including studies of beta-cell signaling, energy balance, and the neurological effects of GLP-1 receptor activation.
Molecular Information
- Peptide Type: GLP-1 receptor agonist analog
- Amino Acid Length: 31 amino acids (modified GLP-1 backbone)
- Key Modifications: Aib substitution at position 8; C18 fatty diacid side chain at Lys26
- Primary Target: GLP-1 receptor (incretin signaling pathway)
- Research Classification: Metabolic signaling and incretin biology research compound
Quality & Compliance
Each batch undergoes analytical verification to confirm identity and purity, and batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (COA) are maintained for every production run. This product is supplied strictly for laboratory research and is not for human or veterinary use.
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