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Semaglutide

GLP-1 analog evaluated in receptor-binding and cellular signaling research.
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What Is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a synthetic peptide analog of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), studied for its ability to activate GLP-1 receptors and influence metabolic signaling pathways. Research explores its effects on glucose regulation, appetite signaling, insulin response, and endocrine communication within controlled laboratory environments and cellular research models.[1]



History

Scientific interest in GLP-1 began in the 1980s when researchers identified its role in glucose homeostasis and hormone-mediated metabolic signaling. Early GLP-1 receptor agonists provided foundational insight but were limited by short biological duration. Semaglutide was later developed with targeted structural modifications designed to enhance peptide stability, receptor affinity, and duration of action. This advancement allowed researchers to further investigate long-acting incretin signaling and metabolic pathway regulation in experimental research settings.[2]



Semaglutide Structure

Sequence: HXEGTFTSDVSSYLEGQAAK-OH steric diacid-EFIAWLVRGRG
Molecular Formula: C₁₈₇H₂₉₁N₄₅O₅₉
Molecular Weight: 4113.6 g/mol
CAS Number: 910463-68-2
PubChem CID: 56843331
Synonyms: Semaglutide, NN9535, OG217SC, NNC 0113-021, GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1RA), long-acting GLP-1 analog

Source: PubChem

 



Research Focus Areas

Semaglutide has been investigated across metabolic, endocrine, and cardiovascular research disciplines. Published studies highlight its role in:

1. Glucose & Insulin Signaling

Laboratory models evaluate its influence on glucose metabolism, insulin pathways, and endocrine regulatory systems.[1]

2. Appetite & Energy Balance

Research explores how GLP-1 receptor activation may affect signaling associated with satiety and nutrient regulation.[3]

3. Lipid & Cardiovascular Physiology

Studies assess potential effects on cholesterol processing, lipid pathways, and systemic cardiometabolic signaling.[1,3]

4. Structural & Molecular Stability

Scientific investigations examine how peptide modifications support extended receptor engagement and metabolic research utility.[2]



Scientific Summary

By functioning as a long-acting GLP-1 receptor agonist, Semaglutide provides researchers with a platform to examine incretin biology, endocrine communication, metabolic regulation, and peptide-receptor interaction mechanisms. Its structural design supports extended receptor activity, making it valuable in research focused on glucose metabolism, hormonal regulation, and systemic metabolic pathways.

Ongoing studies continue to expand understanding of Semaglutide’s biochemical behavior and research applicability.[1–3]



References
  1. Marso S.P. et al. “Semaglutide and cardiovascular outcomes.” N Engl J Med., 375:1834–1844, 2016.

  2. Knudsen L.B. et al. “Design and structure–activity relationship of Semaglutide.” J Med Chem., 43(9):1664–1669, 2000.

  3. Davies M. et al. “Semaglutide and systemic endocrine effects.” Lancet., 389(10072):1407–1418, 2017.

  4. Wilding J.P.H. et al. “Investigational research on GLP-1–based metabolic modulation.” Diabetes Obes Metab., 2021.

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Peptides are short chains of amino acids that occur naturally in organisms, where they act as messengers in many biological systems. While some peptides have been developed for medical use, laboratory research focuses on understanding their activity at the cellular level, examining how they impact essential processes in vitro.

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