dipeptide
noun
di·pep·tide
(ˌ)dī-ˈpep-ˌtīd 
: a peptide that yields two molecules of amino acid on hydrolysis
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Even before patients develop signs of dementia, the C9orf72 mutation produces abnormal proteins called dipeptide repeats, which aggregate inside brain cells.
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Adeline Goss,
New Yorker,
11 June 2026
With botanical extracts, hyaluronic acid, and a calming dipeptide, this mask deeply hydrates, reduces redness, and relieves sensitivity—perfect for keeping skin balanced and healthy during long trips.
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Shivani Vora,
Forbes,
29 Nov. 2024
Sales realization of its potential dipeptide and tripeptide manufacturing business may begin only from 2H FY 2025 or early FY 2026, the analysts add.
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WSJ,
7 Nov. 2023
Carnosine is a dipeptide produced by beta-alanine that inhibits the formation of lactic acid in your muscles during exercise.
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Amber Smith,
Discover Magazine,
17 Oct. 2022
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Adeline Goss,
New Yorker,
11 June 2026
With botanical extracts, hyaluronic acid, and a calming dipeptide, this mask deeply hydrates, reduces redness, and relieves sensitivity—perfect for keeping skin balanced and healthy during long trips.
—
Shivani Vora,
Forbes,
29 Nov. 2024
Sales realization of its potential dipeptide and tripeptide manufacturing business may begin only from 2H FY 2025 or early FY 2026, the analysts add.
—
WSJ,
7 Nov. 2023
Carnosine is a dipeptide produced by beta-alanine that inhibits the formation of lactic acid in your muscles during exercise.
—
Amber Smith,
Discover Magazine,
17 Oct. 2022
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“Dipeptide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dipeptide. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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dipeptide
noun
di·pep·tide
(ˈ)dī-ˈpep-ˌtīd
: a peptide that yields two molecules of amino acid on hydrolysis
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