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Collagen was prepared, hydrolyzed into collagen peptides, and then fractionated for DPP-IV inhibitory activity examination. The most effective fractions were identified, and their peptide sequences were determined. Molecular docking analysis identified nine peptides with potential inhibitory activity, four of which (VYP, FVA, PPGF, PGLVG) were synthesized and tested in vitro. PPGF exhibited the highest potency with an IC50 of 4.63 nM, competitively binding to key DPP-IV sites, including ARG125, VAL711, TYR666, and TYR662. Other peptides showed varying effectiveness, with IC50 values of 398.87 nM (VYP), 402.02 nM (FVA), and 110.20 nM (PGLVG). These findings highlight bighead carp skin peptides as potent DPP-IV inhibitors with hypoglycemic potential, suggesting a novel avenue for diabetes management using natural peptides. 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