Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide analogue of tuftsin, a naturally occurring tetrapeptide associated with immune signaling. It has been studied in laboratory models involving neurotransmitter regulation, neurotrophic signaling, gene expression, and immune-response pathways.
Structure: 7-amino-acid synthetic peptide
Amino-Acid Sequence: Thr-Lys-Pro-Arg-Pro-Gly-Pro
Molecular Formula: C₃₃H₅₇N₁₁O₉ (free-peptide form)
Research Focus: Neurochemical, neurotrophic, and immune-signaling pathways
Research Use Only: Not intended for human or veterinary use.