Articles by Emily Watson
Peptide Contamination: Sources, Detection, and Prevention
A practical guide to the major sources of contamination in research peptides — including endotoxins, heavy metals, and residual solvents — with de...
February 18, 2026Shipping and Receiving Peptides: Temperature Control and Inspection
A hands-on guide for laboratory staff on maintaining cold chain integrity when receiving peptide shipments, performing proper inspection on arrival, a...
February 18, 2026Setting Up a Home Research Lab: Essential Equipment and Safety
A practical guide to setting up a safe, organized, and functional home research laboratory for peptide work, covering essential equipment, safety infr...
February 18, 2026Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder
Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder When ordering peptides for research, you'll almost always receive them as a dry powder. This isn't just a...
February 5, 2026Peptide Synthesis Methods: How Research Peptides Are Made
Peptide Synthesis Methods: How Research Peptides Are Made Research peptides are indispensable tools for a wide range of biological and biochemical st...
February 5, 2026How to Read and Verify a Peptide COA
How to Read and Verify a Peptide Certificate of Analysis (COA) The Certificate of Analysis (COA) is the cornerstone of peptide quality assurance. It'...
February 5, 2026Peptide Purity Levels: What 95%, 98%, and 99% Actually Mean
Peptide Purity Levels: What 95%, 98%, and 99% Actually Mean Peptide purity is a critical parameter impacting the success of any research project util...
February 5, 2026How to Read and Verify a Peptide COA
Understanding and Verifying Peptide Certificates of Analysis (COAs) A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a crucial document that accompanies every pept...
February 5, 2026TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4): Research Overview and Quality Markers
TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4): Research Overview and Quality Markers TB-500, a synthetic version of the naturally occurring peptide Thymosin Beta-4 (TB4),...
February 5, 2026Mass Spectrometry Verification: Confirming Peptide Identity
Mass Spectrometry Verification: Confirming Peptide Identity Mass spectrometry (MS) is an indispensable tool for confirming the identity and purity of...
February 5, 2026HPLC Purity Testing Explained: What Researchers Need to Know
HPLC Purity Testing Explained: What Researchers Need to Know High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) is the gold standard for determining the p...
February 5, 2026Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder
Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder When you order a peptide for your research, it almost always arrives as a seemingly unremarkable white po...
February 5, 2026Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature
Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature Peptides, short chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, are increasingly important research t...
February 5, 2026CJC-1295: With and Without DAC - Research Comparison
CJC-1295: With and Without DAC - Research Comparison CJC-1295 is a synthetic peptide analog of Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone (GHRH), also known as...
February 5, 2026TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4): Research Overview and Quality Markers
TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4): Research Overview and Quality Markers TB-500, a synthetic version of the naturally occurring peptide Thymosin Beta-4 (TB4),...
February 5, 2026Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides
Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides The Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a critical document accompanying research pep...
February 5, 2026Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters
Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters In the realm of scientific research, peptides have emerged as powerful tools with applications spann...
February 4, 2026PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment
PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment PT-141, also known as Bremelanotide, is a synthetic melanocortin receptor agonis...
February 4, 2026Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides
Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a crucial document accompanying research peptid...
February 4, 2026Peptide Stability: Shelf Life Before and After Reconstitution
Peptide Stability: Shelf Life Before and After Reconstitution Peptides, vital tools in biological research and drug development, are inherently susce...
February 4, 2026Peptide Synthesis Methods: How Research Peptides Are Made
Peptide Synthesis Methods: How Research Peptides Are Made Peptides, short chains of amino acids, are indispensable tools in biological research, with...
February 4, 2026How to Read and Verify a Peptide COA
How to Read and Verify a Peptide Certificate of Analysis (COA) A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a vital document accompanying every peptide shipmen...
February 4, 2026CJC-1295: With and Without DAC - Research Comparison
CJC-1295: With and Without DAC - Research Comparison CJC-1295 is a synthetic peptide analogue of Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone (GHRH), primarily u...
February 4, 2026TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4): Research Overview and Quality Markers
TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4): Research Overview and Quality Markers TB-500, a synthetic version of the naturally occurring peptide Thymosin Beta-4 (TB4),...
February 4, 2026Red Flags When Sourcing Research Peptides Online
Red Flags When Sourcing Research Peptides Online The online marketplace for research peptides is vast and varied, offering researchers access to a wi...
February 4, 2026Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder
Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder If you've ever ordered a custom peptide, you've likely received it as a seemingly unassuming white powder...
February 4, 2026Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters
Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters In peptide research, the reliability of your results hinges critically on the quality of the peptide...
February 4, 2026Peptide Purity Levels: What 95%, 98%, and 99% Actually Mean
Peptide Purity Levels: What 95%, 98%, and 99% Actually Mean Peptide purity is a critical parameter in research, directly impacting experimental resul...
February 4, 2026BPC-157: Complete Research Profile and Sourcing Considerations
BPC-157: Complete Research Profile and Sourcing Considerations BPC-157, also known as Body Protection Compound-157, is a synthetic peptide sequence d...
February 4, 2026How to Read and Verify a Peptide COA
Understanding and Verifying Your Peptide Certificate of Analysis (COA) The Certificate of Analysis (COA) is your primary tool for verifying the quali...
February 3, 2026Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters
Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters In peptide research, the quality of your starting materials is paramount. Inaccurate or impure pepti...
February 3, 2026Mass Spectrometry Verification: Confirming Peptide Identity
Mass Spectrometry Verification: Confirming Peptide Identity Mass spectrometry (MS) is an indispensable tool for confirming the identity and purity of...
February 3, 2026Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder
Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder Peptides, vital tools in biological research and pharmaceutical development, are often supplied as lyophi...
February 3, 2026Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature
Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature: A Guide for Researchers Peptides, short chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, are increasi...
February 3, 2026Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature
Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature: A Guide for Researchers Peptides are short chains of amino acids, linked together by peptide bonds....
February 3, 2026Domestic vs International Peptide Suppliers: Pros and Cons
Domestic vs. International Peptide Suppliers: A Comprehensive Guide for Researchers Peptide research is a rapidly expanding field, driving demand for...
February 3, 2026PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment
PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment PT-141, also known as Bremelanotide, is a synthetic melanocortin receptor agonis...
February 3, 2026HPLC Purity Testing Explained: What Researchers Need to Know
HPLC Purity Testing Explained: What Researchers Need to Know High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is the workhorse analytical technique for ...
February 3, 2026Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides
Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a crucial document that accompanies research pe...
February 3, 2026Peptide Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic Water vs Sterile Water
Peptide Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic Water vs. Sterile Water Reconstituting peptides is a crucial step in many research applications, from cell cul...
February 3, 2026Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters
Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters In the realm of scientific research, particularly in fields like proteomics, drug discovery, and mat...
February 3, 2026Mass Spectrometry Verification: Confirming Peptide Identity
Mass Spectrometry Verification: Confirming Peptide Identity Mass spectrometry (MS) is an indispensable tool in peptide chemistry, serving as a corner...
February 3, 2026Peptide Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic Water vs Sterile Water
Peptide Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic Water vs. Sterile Water - A Researcher's Guide The reconstitution of peptides is a critical step in any experi...
February 2, 2026Peptide Purity Levels: What 95%, 98%, and 99% Actually Mean
Peptide Purity Levels: What 95%, 98%, and 99% Actually Mean Choosing the right peptide purity level is crucial for successful research. While 95%, 98...
February 2, 2026PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment
PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment PT-141, also known as Bremelanotide, is a synthetic melanocortin peptide analog ...
February 2, 2026Ipamorelin: Research Profile and Purity Standards
Ipamorelin: Research Profile and Purity Standards Ipamorelin is a pentapeptide (Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2) with the sequence Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Ph...
February 2, 2026BPC-157: Complete Research Profile and Sourcing Considerations
BPC-157: Complete Research Profile and Sourcing Considerations BPC-157, short for Body Protection Compound-157, is a synthetic peptide comprised of 1...
February 2, 2026Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature
Understanding Peptide Sequences and Nomenclature for Quality Peptide Research Peptides are short chains of amino acids, typically ranging from 2 to 5...
February 2, 2026PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment
PT-141 (Bremelanotide): Research Applications and Quality Assessment PT-141, also known as Bremelanotide, is a synthetic melanocortin receptor agonis...
February 2, 2026How to Read and Verify a Peptide COA
How to Read and Verify a Peptide Certificate of Analysis (COA) A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a crucial document that accompanies every peptide s...
February 2, 2026HPLC Purity Testing Explained: What Researchers Need to Know
HPLC Purity Testing Explained: What Researchers Need to Know High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is a cornerstone technique for assessing t...
February 2, 2026Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides
Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides The Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a critical document accompanying every resear...
February 2, 2026How to Evaluate Peptide Supplier Quality: A Researcher's Guide
How to Evaluate Peptide Supplier Quality: A Researcher's Guide Peptides are indispensable tools in biological and pharmaceutical research. Their dive...
February 2, 2026Peptide Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic Water vs Sterile Water
Peptide Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic Water vs. Sterile Water - A Researcher's Guide Reconstituting peptides properly is a critical step in ensuring...
February 1, 2026Domestic vs International Peptide Suppliers: Pros and Cons
Domestic vs. International Peptide Suppliers: A Researcher's Guide to Quality and Sourcing The selection of a peptide supplier is a crucial step in a...
February 1, 2026Ipamorelin: Research Profile and Purity Standards
Ipamorelin: Research Profile and Purity Standards Ipamorelin, a pentapeptide with the sequence Aib-His-D-2-Nal-D-Phe-Lys-NH2, is a growth hormone rel...
February 1, 2026Red Flags When Sourcing Research Peptides Online
Red Flags When Sourcing Research Peptides Online The internet has revolutionized research peptide sourcing, offering unprecedented access to a vast a...
February 1, 2026How to Evaluate Peptide Supplier Quality: A Researcher's Guide
Introduction: The Importance of Peptide Quality Peptides are increasingly vital tools in biomedical research, drug discovery, and materials science. ...
February 1, 2026Peptide Stability: Shelf Life Before and After Reconstitution
Peptide Stability: Shelf Life Before and After Reconstitution Peptide stability is a critical factor in ensuring the reliability and reproducibility ...
February 1, 2026Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder
Lyophilization: Why Peptides Come as Powder If you've ever ordered a synthetic peptide, you've likely received it as a seemingly unassuming white pow...
February 1, 2026Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters
Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters In the world of scientific research, the integrity of your data hinges on the quality of your reagen...
February 1, 2026BPC-157: Complete Research Profile and Sourcing Considerations
BPC-157: Complete Research Profile and Sourcing Considerations BPC-157, or Body Protection Compound-157, is a pentadecapeptide composed of 15 amino a...
February 1, 2026Red Flags When Sourcing Research Peptides Online
Red Flags When Sourcing Research Peptides Online The online peptide market offers researchers unprecedented access to a vast library of compounds. Ho...
February 1, 2026Peptide Stability: Shelf Life Before and After Reconstitution
Peptide Stability: Shelf Life Before and After Reconstitution Peptide stability is a critical factor influencing the reliability and reproducibility ...
February 1, 2026Peptide Synthesis Methods: How Research Peptides Are Made
Peptide Synthesis Methods: How Research Peptides Are Made Peptides, short chains of amino acids, are indispensable tools in biological research. They...
February 1, 2026CJC-1295: With and Without DAC - Research Comparison
CJC-1295: With and Without DAC - Research Comparison CJC-1295 is a synthetic peptide analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH), also known as...
February 1, 2026Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides
Understanding Certificates of Analysis (COA) for Research Peptides A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a crucial document accompanying research peptid...
February 1, 2026How to Evaluate Peptide Supplier Quality: A Researcher's Guide
Introduction: Peptide Quality - The Cornerstone of Reliable Research Peptides have become indispensable tools in a vast array of research fields, incl...
February 1, 2026Exploring Thermal Stability in Peptide Vaccines
Explore the thermal stability of self-assembled peptide vaccines, their mechanisms, research findings, and practical handling tips for researchers....
January 27, 2026Peptide Synthesis Methods: How Research Peptides Are Made
Introduction to Peptide Synthesis Methods Peptides, short chains of amino acids, play a crucial role in biological research and therapeutic developmen...
January 26, 2026Third-Party Testing for Peptides: Why It Matters
Introduction In the realm of peptide research, ensuring the quality and purity of peptides is paramount. Third-party testing has emerged as a critical...
January 26, 2026CJC-1295: With and Without DAC - Research Comparison
Molecular Structure of CJC-1295 CJC-1295 is a synthetic peptide analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) that exhibits significant potential ...
January 26, 2026HPLC Purity Testing Explained: What Researchers Need to Know
Introduction to HPLC Purity Testing for Peptides High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) is a critical technique for assessing the purity of pep...
January 26, 2026How to Evaluate Peptide Supplier Quality: A Researcher's Guide
Introduction In the field of peptide research, the quality of peptides you procure can significantly impact the reliability and reproducibility of you...
January 26, 2026Therapeutic Peptides: Past, Present, Future
Explore the evolution of therapeutic peptides, from early discoveries to modern advancements, and their potential future applications in research....
January 26, 2026