Davunetide
Activity-Dependent Neuroprotective Protein fragment NAP (NAPVSIPQ)
8 Amino Acids · MW: 796.9 Da
Amino Acids
8
Molecular Weight
796.9 Da
Half-life
short; minutes to low hours
Research Score
5.0
Studies
40
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Davunetide?
Davunetide is an eight-amino-acid peptide, also known as NAP, derived from the ADNP protein. It has been studied for microtubule stabilization, neuroprotection, and potential effects on cognition in neurodegenerative and injury models.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
neuroprotection
microtubule support
attention support
memory preservation
Research Summary
Preclinical work showed davunetide can protect neurons, preserve synaptic structure, and improve performance in memory tasks. Human trials largely focused on neurodegenerative disease outcomes rather than stand-alone nootropic use, but the literature supports CNS activity.
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