Improving Mitochondrial Function in Neurodegenerative Diseases

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Improving Mitochondrial Function in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Mitochondria regulate bioenergetics, redox balance, and neuronal survival and mitochondrial dysfunction has been linked to various diseases including aging and neurodegeneration.

The researchers in this review discuss the mechanisms of mitochondrial function and failure  linked to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, and evaluate the role of phytochemicals and mitochondria-targeted small molecules as therapeutic agents.

The authors also discuss the role next gen technologies like nanoparticles for mitochondrial delivery, mtDNA editing, and mitochondrial transfer.

The authors believe that mitochondria-directed therapies may serve as useful tools to treat neurodegenerative disorders. 

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1043661826001428

https://sciencemission.com/Mitochondrial-Function