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Selank 5mg from Novera provides research teams with a COA-verified, USA GMP-sourced tuftsin-derived heptapeptide for preclinical neurotransmitter receptor signaling pathway studies, BDNF expression marker quantification, and neuroimmune pathway interaction research. Each vial delivers consistently characterized peptide material to greater than 99% purity with full batch documentation supporting institutional compliance requirements. Global secure shipping is available for laboratory orders. Every order includes COA documentation, reconstitution handling instructions, and access to technical support for central nervous system peptide pharmacology experimental protocol design.
Product overview
Selank 5mg is suited for research teams investigating tuftsin-derived peptide activity on neurotransmitter receptor signaling dynamics, neurotrophin pathway marker expression, and neuroimmune interaction mechanisms in controlled preclinical and in-vitro models. Laboratories studying GABAergic receptor modulation, serotonergic and dopaminergic pathway marker activity, or BDNF expression endpoint quantification will find this heptapeptide relevant to mechanistic study designs. Research programs examining peptide-mediated modulation of stress-response pathway signaling markers, synaptic plasticity regulatory endpoint dynamics, or tuftsin receptor interaction profiles use Selank as a structurally defined reference compound for central nervous system peptide pharmacology investigations. Novera supplies Selank 5mg sourced from USA GMP-certified manufacturing facilities, with each vial COA-verified for greater than 99% purity and sequence identity.
Research focus
H3: GABAergic and Serotonergic Receptor Signaling Studies
Selank supports in-vitro and preclinical investigation of neurotransmitter receptor pathway interaction dynamics across GABAergic and serotonergic systems. Researchers quantify GABA-A receptor activity marker expression, serotonin transporter pathway signaling changes, and downstream intracellular cascade dynamics following tuftsin-derived peptide exposure in neuronal cell line and primary culture experimental models. Multi-timepoint designs allow systematic characterization of neurotransmitter pathway marker progression across defined observation windows.
BDNF Signaling and Synaptic Plasticity Marker Quantification
Laboratories studying neurotrophin pathway dynamics use Selank to examine BDNF mRNA expression marker changes, TrkB receptor phosphorylation cascade activity, and synaptic plasticity regulatory endpoint progression in controlled preclinical neuronal models. Research quantifying the relationship between tuftsin-derived peptide exposure and BDNF pathway signaling activity contributes to mechanistic understanding of peptide-mediated neurotrophin regulatory dynamics in central nervous system experimental systems.
Neuroimmune Pathway Interaction Research
Selank’s tuftsin-derived structural origin makes it relevant for studies examining neuroimmune signaling pathway interaction dynamics. Research teams investigating the intersection of immunomodulatory peptide receptor activity and central nervous system neurotransmitter pathway marker expression use Selank to characterize peptide-mediated neuroimmune signaling in preclinical models — contributing to mechanistic understanding of how tuftsin-sequence peptides interact with immune-neural pathway interface dynamics.
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Preparation Guidelines
Reconstitute lyophilized Selank 5mg with sterile water or saline using standard sterile laboratory technique. Intranasal administration is frequently studied in preclinical models due to direct central nervous system delivery characteristics; subcutaneous routes are also used for comparative pharmacokinetic study designs. Reconstitution volume should be determined based on the target experimental working concentration and administration route specified by the study protocol. Typical research concentrations range from 250–500mcg per administration depending on the model system and signaling endpoint under investigation.
Storage Conditions
Store lyophilized peptide at 2–8°C, protected from light and moisture, prior to reconstitution. Following reconstitution, maintain immediate refrigeration at 2–8°C to preserve heptapeptide integrity. Use within the timeframe specified in the laboratory protocol. Each vial supplied by Novera includes COA documentation and detailed reconstitution handling guidance.
Protocol Duration Guidelines
Laboratory studies using Selank typically span 2–8 weeks depending on the neurotransmitter pathway endpoints and neuroplasticity marker dynamics under investigation. Short-term protocols examining acute receptor pathway marker activity may yield measurable endpoint data within days to one week in preclinical experimental models. Extended protocols examining cumulative BDNF pathway expression changes, synaptic plasticity marker progression, or neuroimmune signaling dynamics over multi-week observation windows allow systematic characterization of longer-term peptide-receptor interaction consequences. All experimental outcomes should be documented systematically at defined intervals for reproducible research records.
Quality & sourcing
USA GMP-Certified Supply via Novera
Novera supplies Selank 5mg sourced from USA GMP-certified manufacturing facilities, verified to greater than 99% purity by LC-MS and independent third-party COA documentation. Each vial confirms complete heptapeptide sequence identity, purity grade, and batch-specific quality control data — providing research laboratories with consistent, pharmaceutical-grade material for advanced central nervous system peptide pharmacology and neuroimmune signaling research.
Chemical properties
- CAS: 129954-34-3
- Chemical Formula: C₃₃H₅₇N₁₁O₉
- Molecular Weight: 751.9 g/mol
- Peptide Sequence: Thr-Lys-Pro-Arg-Pro-Gly-Pro
- Synonyms: Selanc
- Shelf life: 24 months from the manufacturing date.
Key features
Tuftsin-Derived Heptapeptide Structural Profile
Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide derived from tuftsin — a tetrapeptide fragment of immunoglobulin G studied for immunomodulatory receptor interaction activity. Selank’s sequence extends the tuftsin motif with additional residues that confer increased plasma stability and central nervous system penetration characteristics in preclinical models. This structural relationship to an endogenous immunomodulatory peptide makes Selank a relevant model compound for studying the intersection of neuroimmune signaling pathways and central nervous system receptor interaction dynamics in controlled experimental systems.
Multi-System Neurotransmitter Pathway Interaction Profile
Selank is studied for its modulatory activity across multiple neurotransmitter receptor systems simultaneously. Research examines its interaction with GABAergic pathway signaling dynamics — including GABA-A receptor activity marker expression — alongside serotonergic and dopaminergic receptor pathway modulation in preclinical central nervous system models. This multi-system receptor interaction profile makes Selank relevant to laboratories investigating how tuftsin-derived peptide sequences influence neurotransmitter signaling balance and downstream intracellular marker expression across GABAergic, serotonergic, and dopaminergic pathway systems within the same experimental model.
BDNF Pathway Marker Expression and Neuroplasticity Research
Selank is studied in relation to brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) pathway marker expression — BDNF being a key neurotrophin involved in synaptic plasticity regulatory signaling, dendritic growth marker activity, and long-term potentiation pathway dynamics. Researchers examining the relationship between tuftsin-derived peptide exposure and BDNF signaling cascade endpoint changes use Selank to characterize neurotrophin pathway marker activity in controlled preclinical neuronal model systems. These endpoints support mechanistic investigation of peptide-mediated neuroplasticity signaling dynamics.
USA GMP-Certified Supply via Novera
Novera supplies Selank 5mg sourced from USA GMP-certified manufacturing facilities, verified to greater than 99% purity by LC-MS and independent third-party COA documentation. Each vial confirms complete heptapeptide sequence identity, purity grade, and batch-specific quality control data — providing research laboratories with consistent, pharmaceutical-grade material for advanced central nervous system peptide pharmacology and neuroimmune signaling research.
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What is Selank and what is its structural origin?
Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide (Thr-Lys-Pro-Arg-Pro-Gly-Pro) developed as a stabilised analogue of the endogenous tetrapeptide tuftsin (Thr-Lys-Pro-Arg). Tuftsin is a naturally occurring immunomodulatory peptide cleaved from the heavy chain of IgG. Selank extends the tuftsin sequence with a Pro-Gly-Pro tripeptide at the C-terminus, which increases proteolytic stability and alters the pharmacokinetic profile compared to the parent tetrapeptide.
What receptor systems and signalling pathways has Selank been studied for?
Preclinical research has investigated Selank’s interactions with the tuftsin receptor system on monocytes and macrophages, neuropeptide-related signalling in the central nervous system, enkephalin-degrading enzyme inhibition, and effects on GABA-A receptor-associated inhibitory neurotransmission. Research has also examined effects on BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) expression in neuronal cell models and on the expression of interleukin-6 and other cytokine mediators in immune cell cultures.
What in vitro models are used to study Selank's pharmacological properties?
Common research systems for Selank include macrophage and monocyte cell lines for immunomodulatory endpoint measurements (cytokine secretion, phagocytic activity, surface marker expression), primary neuronal cultures and neuronal cell lines (SH-SY5Y, PC12) for neurotrophic and neuroprotective endpoint analysis, and GABA-A receptor-expressing cell systems for electrophysiological characterisation. ELISA, Western blot, and quantitative RT-PCR are standard readout methods.
What stability advantages does Selank have over native tuftsin?
Tuftsin is rapidly degraded by serum leucine aminopeptidase and carboxypeptidases in biological fluids, with a very short half-life in plasma. The Pro-Gly-Pro extension in Selank provides steric protection against C-terminal exopeptidase attack. Research in biological matrices shows significantly extended stability for Selank versus tuftsin, making Selank a more practical research tool for cell-based studies where the compound must remain intact over experimental timescales.
Is Selank approved for human use?
Selank has been used in certain research and clinical contexts in Russia. As supplied by Elivena, Selank is a research-grade compound for use in controlled laboratory settings only. It is not supplied for human administration outside of formally regulated research contexts in any jurisdicti
What is the relationship between Selank and tuftsin?
Selank is derived from tuftsin, a naturally occurring tetrapeptide (four amino acids). Selank contains the tuftsin sequence with three additional amino acids, making it a heptapeptide (seven amino acids). Researchers study this modification to understand how extending the tuftsin sequence affects peptide properties and stability.
What are typical research applications for this heptapeptide?
Research applications include tuftsin-derived peptide characterization, heptapeptide structure studies, peptide modification investigations, stability analyses, and comparative studies with tuftsin and other related peptides. Specific applications depend on research objectives in peptide chemistry. Research teams determine protocols based on their investigation goals.
How should this tuftsin-derived peptide be stored?
Selank should be stored at 2-8°C in light-protected conditions following institutional laboratory standards. After reconstitution, the peptide should be stored at 2-8°C and used according to institutional protocols. Researchers should establish appropriate stability validation procedures for their specific experimental applications.
Lab report for lot
View all lab reportsNo certificate is on file for the 5 mg option yet. On file for:
- Lot · 10 mg
- SEL
- Tested
- May 26, 2026
- Labeled
- 10 mg
- Measured
- 10.47 mg
| Test | Method | Result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity | LC-MS | Confirmed Selank | PASS |
| Purity | LC-MS · spec >99% | 99.50% | PASS |
| Net content | LC-MS quantitation | 10.47 mg of 10 mg | PASS |
| Appearance | Visual | White lyophilized | REPORTED |
| Endotoxin | LAL (Endosafe PTS) | ≤ 0.05 EU/mL limit 0.5 | PASS |
Batch tests: Purity, Endotoxins
2 lab reports available to signed-in researchers.
- CAS: 129954-34-3
- Chemical Formula: C₃₃H₅₇N₁₁O₉
- Molecular Weight: 751.9 g/mol
- Peptide Sequence: Thr-Lys-Pro-Arg-Pro-Gly-Pro
- Synonyms: Selanc
- Shelf life: 24 months from the manufacturing date.
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Identity confirmed
LC-MS confirms the molecule in the vial is Selank.
Purity measured
The same LC-MS run measures the share that is the target peptide.
Endotoxin screened
A LAL screen checks bacterial endotoxin against a limit.
Lot-linked report
Each report names the lot it was run on.
Each lab report is tied to its lot.
Reports are issued by independent labs and name the lot they were run on.
How we testLab report, for the lot tested.
Lot numberPrinted on the report, so you can see which lot was tested.
Synthesis and lyophilization
Synthesized and freeze-dried in US facilities, then given a lot number.
Samples go to third-party labs
Finished vials from the lot are sent to independent labs.
LC-MS: identity, purity, net content
One run confirms the molecule and measures its purity.
LAL endotoxin screen
Bacterial endotoxin is checked against a 0.5 EU/mL limit.
Certificate published
The summary goes on the product page; full PDFs are for signed-in researchers.
Store at 2 to 8 °C. Keep sealed and away from light until use.
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Researchers often ask
Is Selank for human use?
No. Selank is sold for laboratory research only. It is not for human or veterinary use, and it is not a drug, food or cosmetic.
How do I find the lab report?
Use View COAs on the product page, or search the COA library by compound name. The summary is public; the signed PDF reports are available to signed-in researchers.
Why is purity measured by LC-MS?
LC-MS separates the sample and identifies each component by its mass, so one run confirms identity and measures purity.
When will my order ship?
Orders are dispatched within 24–48 business hours. Regular tracked delivery takes 5 to 10 days and express tracked 3 to 5 days. Regular shipping is free on orders over $200 and express on orders over $400, after discounts.
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