Anti-AgingOpen AccessPeer Reviewed
GHK-Cu peptide enhances cellular longevity and reduces senescence markers in human fibroblasts through copper-dependent mechanisms
Authors
Dr. Yuki TanakaUniversity of Tokyo
Dr. Maria RodriguezBarcelona Institute for Biomedical Research
Aging Cell
WileyIF: 11
Published
Jan 28, 2024
Metrics
29 citations•Altmetric: 45
Abstract
Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine-Cu²⁺ (GHK-Cu) is a naturally occurring copper peptide with anti-aging properties. This investigation examines the effects of GHK-Cu on cellular senescence, DNA repair, and antioxidant capacity in primary human dermal fibroblasts. Treatment with GHK-Cu significantly reduced senescence-associated β-galactosidase activity, increased telomerase activity, and enhanced expression of antioxidant enzymes including superoxide dismutase and catalase.
Keywords
GHK-Cuanti-agingsenescencelongevitycopper peptide
Funding
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Grant: JSPS KAKENHI 23H01234
Japan
Article Metrics
Citations29
Altmetric Score45
Impact Factor11
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