What is Humanin?
Humanin is a mitochondrial-derived peptide with cytoprotective properties. Research has explored roles in metabolism, neuroprotection and age-related conditions, and it is a subject of longevity science.
Also known as: HN, MTRNR2
How Humanin is studied
Humanin is a mitochondrial-derived peptide with cytoprotective properties. Research has explored roles in metabolism, neuroprotection, and age-related conditions, making it a subject of interest in longevity science.
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Important considerations
Mostly studied in cell and animal models. Human data is early.
Humanin — frequently asked questions
Cytoprotection, metabolic health, and neuroprotection, mostly in cell and animal models.
A peptide encoded within mitochondrial DNA — a relatively new area of biology that includes Humanin and MOTS-c.
Human data is early; most evidence is preclinical, so effects and safety in people are not established.