Thymalin is a short peptide bioregulator derived from the thymus gland, originally isolated and developed by researchers at the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology. It is a polypeptide complex that has been extensively studied for its role in restoring and modulating immune function, particularly in ageing models and conditions associated with thymic involution.
In preclinical research, Thymalin has demonstrated the ability to influence T-lymphocyte activity, stimulate cytokine production, and support the restoration of immunological homeostasis. Its mechanism of action is believed to involve epigenetic regulation of immune cell gene expression, making it a subject of interest in longevity and immunogerontology research.
Key research applications include immunosenescence, thymic regeneration, neuroimmune interaction, and adaptive immune response modelling. Thymalin is also investigated alongside other peptide bioregulators in multi-peptide geroscience protocols.
Storage: Store at -20°C. Protect from light and moisture. Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water prior to use in laboratory settings.
Molecular Formula
Complex polypeptide mixture
Molecular Weight
Variable (polypeptide complex)
Purity
>98%
CAS Number
74163-68-1
Form
Lyophilised Powder
Research Applications
Immunosenescence research, thymic regeneration models, T-lymphocyte activity studies, cytokine modulation, longevity and geroscience research, neuroimmune interaction
For research purposes only. Not for human use.
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