Kaohsiung Medical University

Lab of Innovative Translational Cosmetic

Feng-Lin Yen
https://cosmetics.kmu.edu.tw/index.php/en-gb/faculty/current-faculty/feng-lin-yen

Research Field

Medicine

Introduction

FENG-LIN YEN PhD/Professor 

● Teaching Courses

Undergraduate school:
1. Science and Aesthetics
2. Information of Fragrance & Cosmetics
3. Herbal Beauty Diet
4. Group Discussion of Scientific Journal
5. Biotech Cosmetics
Graduate school:
1. Special Topics on Cosmetology of Traditional Chinese Medicine Prescription

● Personal Experiences
1. Assistant Professor, Department of Fragrance and Cosmetic Science, College of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University (2009-2013).
2. Pharmacist, Chiu Kun-Hsing Dermatological Clinic (2001-2008)

Innovative Translational Cosmetic Research

  • Basic scientific skill

1.Anatomy and physiology of skin and appendages.

2.Pathological mechanisms of skin disorders. 

3. Chemistry of natural products.

4. Protein Science and biotechnology

5. General principles of drug and cosmetic regulation.

6. Principles and practices of cosmetic delivery formulation.

7.Statistics. 

  • Evidence-based cosmetic

1. Cosmetic and dermatological products on the market; from molecular biology to market. 

2. In vitro skin models for testing and evaluation. 

3. Safety Evaluation.  

4. Scientific skills in preclinical studies.

5. Clinical trials, Clinical research associate training, and Clinical project management. 

  • Innovative cosmetics

Novel extraction,

Novel compounds,

Novel cosmetic formulation


Research Topics

1. Nanoparticles preparation of Chinese medicine
2. Pharmaceutical cosmetology and cosmeceutical research
3. Evaluation of photoprotective mechanisms, including antioxidant, anti-apoptosis, and anti-inflammation assessment
4. Analysis of active compounds in skin care and natural products


Honor
  • STANFORD UNIVERSITY NAMES WORLD’S TOP 2% SCIENTISTS, 2022, 2023.
  • Outstanding Publication Award 2022 and 2023.
  • Excellent Industry-Academic Cooperation Award
  • 5 Patents.

Educational Background

● The Highest Education Degree
Ph. D. in Faculty of Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University. (2003-2008)


2 Vacancies

Job Description

◆ Basic scientific skill 1.Anatomy and physiology of skin and appendages. 2.Pathological mechanisms of skin disorders. 3. Chemistry of natural products. 4. Protein Science and biotechnology 5. General principles of drug and cosmetic regulation. 6. Principles and practices of cosmetic delivery formulation. 7.Statistics. 

◆ Evidence-based cosmetic 1. Cosmetic and dermatological products on the market; from molecular biology to market. 2. In vitro skin models for testing and evaluation. 3. Safety Evaluation. 4. Scientific skills in preclinical studies. 5. Clinical trials, Clinical research associate training, and Clinical project management.

◆ Innovative cosmetics Novel extraction, Novel compounds, Novel cosmetic formulation

Preferred Intern Education Level

Bachelor, Master

Skill sets or Qualities

Formulation 

Delivery system

Cell culture