Vesugen
Also known as: Vesugen bioregulator, Lys-Glu-Asp, KED peptide
Vesugen is a synthetic tripeptide composed of lysine, glutamic acid, and aspartic acid (Lys-Glu-Asp), developed by Professor Vladimir Khavinson as a bioregulator peptide targeting the vascular system. It is designed to support endothelial function and microcirculation by modulating gene expression in vascular endothelial cells. Age-related vascular decline, characterised by endothelial dysfunction, reduced nitric oxide bioavailability, and impaired microcirculation, is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease and organ dysfunction. Vesugen is proposed to interact with DNA in endothelial cells to normalise transcription of genes involved in vascular homeostasis, including those regulating nitric oxide synthesis, angiogenesis, and endothelial integrity.
Research overview
Mechanism of action
Vesugen (Lys-Glu-Asp) is theorised to penetrate endothelial cell membranes and interact with specific DNA sequences to modulate gene expression related to vascular function. Proposed targets include genes involved in endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) expression, prostacyclin synthesis, and endothelial cell adhesion molecule regulation. By potentially restoring youthful gene expression patterns in aging vasculature, Vesugen may support nitric oxide-dependent vasodilation, reduce endothelial inflammation, and improve microcirculatory blood flow.
