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Primary sources used to verify ASCEND's peptide data. FDA filings, peer-reviewed studies, active clinical trials, and reference databases.

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Regulatory FDA
FDA.gov · 503A Compounding
FDA Bulk Drug Substances - 503A Candidate List
The official FDA list of substances nominated for use in 503A compounding. Updated April 2026 - BPC-157, TB-500, GHK-Cu, Semax, and MOTS-c were removed from the Category 2 candidate list.
Updated Apr 2026
Clinical Trials Phase 2
ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT07505745
MOTS-c Phase 2a - Insulin Sensitivity in Adults
Randomized Phase 2a study evaluating MOTS-c in adults with insulin resistance. Primary endpoints: fasting glucose and HOMA-IR at 12 weeks.
Active · Phase 2a
PMC · PMC9905433
MOTS-c: A Mitochondrial-Derived Peptide with Therapeutic Potential
Peer-reviewed review covering MOTS-c biology, mechanism of action, and therapeutic applications in metabolic and age-related conditions.
Safety & Stability PubMed
PubMed · PMID 41966639
Safety & Efficacy of Peptides for Musculoskeletal Injuries
2026 review of BPC-157 and GHK-Cu in tissue repair. Covers mechanism, dosing rationale, and current evidence base.
Apr 2026
Frontiers in Pharmacology
Frontiers in Pharmacology - Open-Access Journal
Peer-reviewed open-access journal covering peptide pharmacology, stability, and clinical applications. Free to search and read.
Research Databases Search
NCBI · PubMed
PubMed - Biomedical Literature Search
The primary database for peer-reviewed biomedical research. Search any peptide name for published studies, reviews, and safety data.
ClinicalTrials.gov
ClinicalTrials.gov - US Trial Registry
Official registry of all US and international clinical studies. Search any peptide to find active, recruiting, and completed trials.
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