About CompoundReference and Our Editorial Standards

CompoundReference is an independent educational resource focused on explaining scientific research related to performance‑related compounds discussed in fitness, athletic, and bodybuilding research contexts. The website provides neutral, research‑based explanations of anabolic steroids, selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs), post‑cycle therapy (PCT) compounds, and related pharmacological concepts.

CompoundReference is intended for readers seeking academic and contextual understanding of compounds discussed in fitness and bodybuilding communities. All content is intended for educational and informational purposes only, helping readers better understand mechanisms of action, research findings, and commonly discussed safety considerations – not to provide medical advice or treatment guidance.

OUR EDITORIAL TEAM

Alex Morgan, MSc

Primary Content Author & Research Lead

Education & Academic Background

Alex Morgan holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Exercise Science, with academic training focused on human performance, metabolic adaptation, endocrine responses to training, and the physiological effects of performance‑related compounds. His graduate studies emphasized interpreting scientific research within athletic and resistance‑trained populations.

Professional Focus

Alex specializes in analyzing peer‑reviewed research related to:

  • Anabolic steroids and synthetic androgens
  • SARMs and emerging performance‑related compounds
  • Exercise physiology and adaptation
  • Hormonal mechanisms relevant to strength training and bodybuilding

Role at CompoundReference

As the Primary Content Researcher, Alex is responsible for:

  • Reviewing and interpreting peer‑reviewed scientific literature
  • Analyzing clinical, observational, and experimental studies
  • Translating complex pharmacological and physiological concepts into clear, neutral educational content

Alex does not provide medical advice, treatment recommendations, dosing instructions, or individualized guidance. His role is strictly educational and research‑focused.

Editorial Emphasis

  • Mechanisms of action (how compounds interact with the body)
  • Pharmacology fundamentals
  • Research limitations and evidence quality
  • Risk awareness and harm‑reduction context for educational understanding

Content researched and written by Alex Morgan, MSc

Emily Carter, PharmD

Medical & Pharmacology Content Reviewer

Education & Professional Background

Emily Carter holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and has professional experience in pharmacokinetics, medication safety, and regulatory compliance. Her background includes evaluating drug information accuracy and ensuring appropriate safety framing in health‑related educational content.

Role at CompoundReference

Emily serves as an independent medical content reviewer. Her responsibility is to ensure that pharmacological information presented on CompoundReference is:

  • Scientifically accurate
  • Consistent with established pharmacology principles
  • Appropriately framed for non‑clinical, educational use

She does not diagnose medical conditions, prescribe treatments, or provide medical advice through this website.

Review Scope

  • Drug metabolism and elimination pathways
  • Mechanisms of action terminology
  • Interaction and contraindication awareness (non‑prescriptive)
  • Regulatory and safety context for compounds discussed in fitness communities

Medically reviewed for accuracy by Emily Carter, PharmD

Sarah Mitchell, MSc

Contributor — Women‑Focused Educational Content

Education & Academic Background

Sarah Mitchell holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Human Nutrition and Physiology. Her academic training includes hormonal regulation, sex‑specific physiological responses, and evidence‑based health education.

Role at CompoundReference

Sarah contributes to women‑focused educational sections, ensuring that research involving female physiology is accurately represented and clearly contextualized.

Editorial Focus

  • Sex‑specific hormonal considerations
  • Differences in research availability and limitations
  • Physiological mechanisms relevant to female athletes
  • Risk‑awareness framing for educational understanding

She does not offer medical advice, treatment recommendations, or personalized guidance.

Women‑focused educational content researched by Sarah Mitchell, MSc

OUR EDITORIAL PROCESS

Content published on CompoundReference follows a structured editorial process designed to promote accuracy, transparency, and responsible educational standards. For information on content scope and limitations, see our Disclaimer.

Content Governance & Editorial Independence

CompoundReference operates under an internal content governance framework designed to ensure editorial independence, consistency, and responsible educational standards.

Editorial decisions are based on publicly available scientific research and educational relevance. Content is not influenced by advertisers, supplement companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, or affiliate relationships.

All contributors adhere to internal editorial guidelines emphasizing neutrality, risk awareness, and non‑instructional presentation.

1. Research & Source Selection

Content development begins with a review of peer‑reviewed scientific literature, publicly available clinical research, pharmacology references, and regulatory information. Priority is given to human studies, established scientific journals, and widely recognized research databases.

2. Educational Content Development

Scientific findings are translated into neutral, non‑instructional explanations. Content is written to help readers understand:

  • How compounds function biologically
  • What existing research suggests
  • Where evidence is limited or inconclusive

No content includes medical advice, treatment protocols, or individualized recommendations.

3. Medical & Pharmacology Review

Health‑related content is independently reviewed by a pharmacy professional to verify:

  • Accuracy of pharmacological descriptions
  • Appropriate use of terminology
  • Responsible safety and risk framing

This review does not constitute medical consultation or endorsement.

4. Ongoing Review & Updates

Content is periodically reviewed to reflect:

  • New publicly available research
  • Changes in regulatory or safety context
  • Updated scientific consensus when applicable

Important! CompoundReference provides educational information based on publicly available scientific research.

This page was last reviewed for accuracy and clarity on January 9, 2026.