Dr. Kelvin Yen, PhD
USC Leonard Davis School
Biography & Research Background
Kelvin Yen, PhD, is a researcher at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology. He collaborates extensively with the Cohen lab to characterize mitochondrial-derived peptides (MDPs) including MOTS-c, investigating their roles in aging, healthspan, and metabolic regulation. Key publications: 'Mitochondrial Microproteins from Discovery to Function' (2025), 'Mitochondrially derived peptides as novel regulators of metabolism' (2017), and 'MOTS-c: an equal opportunity insulin sensitizer' (2019). Kelvin Yen is referenced as a contributing scientist in MOTS-c research. In no way is this doctor/scientist endorsing or advocating the purchase, sale, or use of this product for any reason. There is no affiliation or relationship, implied or otherwise, between Pure US Peptide and this doctor.
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