Research Notes

Compound guides, protocols, and research updates from the LA LAB team.

Sexual Wellness Research
What is PT-141 (Bremelanotide)? The Melanocortin Peptide
A melanocortin-receptor agonist studied for sexual arousal — acting through the central nervous system, not blood flow. Mechanism, research areas, and status.
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Nootropic Research
What is Semax? The Nootropic & Neuroprotective Peptide
A Russian-developed ACTH-fragment peptide studied for focus, memory and neuroprotection. Here's its mechanism, research areas, and status.
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Cognitive & Mood Research
What is Selank? The Anxiolytic Nootropic Peptide
A tuftsin analogue studied for anxiety, mood and cognition — without the sedation or dependence of benzodiazepines. Mechanism, research areas, and status.
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Mitochondrial Research
What is SS-31 (Elamipretide)? The Peptide That Targets the Mitochondria
A mitochondria-targeted research peptide that binds cardiolipin. Here's its mechanism, the areas it's been studied in, and its current research status.
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Reference Guide
Peptide Research Guide — Which Compounds for Which Conditions
A complete reference map: BPC-157, GHK-Cu, TB-500, KPV, AOD-9604, Tirzepatide, PT-141 and more — matched to the conditions they're being studied for.
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Tissue Research
BPC-157 in South Africa — What It Is, What the Research Says, and Where to Buy
One of the most researched compounds in tissue and gut repair science. Here's everything you need to know about BPC-157.
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Skin Care
What is GHK-Cu? The Copper Compound Rewriting Skin and Cellular Research
GHK-Cu is one of the most studied compounds in collagen synthesis, skin regeneration, and cellular repair. Here's the science.
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Wellness Research
Peptides and Lipedema — Which Compounds Are Being Studied and Why
Lipedema affects millions of women and remains poorly understood. Researchers are investigating several compounds for their potential role in managing the condition.
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Metabolic Research
Microdosing Tirzepatide & Retatrutide — Less Is Sometimes More
Lower doses, fewer side effects, and more sustainable protocols. Here's what the research shows about microdosing GLP-1 compounds.
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Pigmentation Research
Melanotan II South Africa — What It Is, Research & Where to Buy
MT-II is a non-selective melanocortin agonist studied for skin pigmentation, sexual function, and appetite regulation. Full research breakdown.
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Inflammation Research
KPV Peptide — The Anti-Inflammatory Tripeptide Researchers Are Watching
Derived from alpha-MSH, KPV targets NF-κB-driven inflammation with potent effects in gut, skin, and antimicrobial research at microgram doses.
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Compound Research Guides

Free PDF reference guides — print-ready A4 format with dosing protocols, reconstitution math, and research notes.

Metabolic Research
Retatrutide Research Guide
Triple agonist · 1–12 mg · Weekly SubQ
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Tissue Research
BPC-157 Research Guide
15-AA peptide · 250 mcg · SubQ or oral
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Recovery Research
TB-500 Research Guide
Tβ4 fragment · 2–2.5 mg · Loading + maintenance
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GH Research
Ipamorelin Research Guide
GHS-R1a agonist · 100–300 mcg · Fasted dosing
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GH Research
CJC-1295 DAC Research Guide
GHRH analogue · 500–2000 mcg · Once weekly
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Skin Care Research
GHK-Cu Research Guide
Copper peptide · 1–2 mg SubQ or topical 1–3%
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Cellular Research
NAD+ Research Guide
Coenzyme · 50–100 mg SubQ · 2–3×/week
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Metabolic Research
Tesamorelin Research Guide
44-AA GHRH analogue · 2 mg/day · SubQ
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Immune Research
Thymosin Alpha-1 Research Guide
Thymalfasin · 1.6 mg · Twice weekly SubQ
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Nootropic Research
Selank Research Guide
Tuftsin analogue · 250–500 mcg · SubQ or intranasal
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Nootropic Research
Semax Research Guide
ACTH-derived · 0.6–1.5 mg · Intranasal primary
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Mitochondrial Research
SS-31 (Elamipretide) Research Guide
Cardiolipin binder · 40 mg/day · SubQ
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Sexual Health Research
PT-141 (Bremelanotide) Research Guide
MC3R/MC4R agonist · 1.75 mg · Pre-activity SubQ
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Metabolic Research
MOTS-c Research Guide
Mitochondrial peptide · 5 mg · 2–3×/week SubQ
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Pigmentation Research
Melanotan II Research Guide
Cyclic alpha-MSH analogue · 500–1000 mcg · SubQ
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Wellness Research
Oxytocin Research Guide
9-AA nonapeptide · 10–72 IU · Intranasal or SubQ
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