Might mammalian mitochondria merge?
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The successful development of a transgenic mouse model carrying pathogenic mtDNA will cause to take a fresh look at the dynamic organelles. The model showed that all mitochondria have a homogenous pattern of COX activity irrespective of the overall level of heteroplasmy and of COX activity.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2001
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Putting the heat on cancer
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Two studies have shown how the heat shock response from the transcription factor heat shock factor-1 (HSF1) bolsters tumerogenesis. Results have supported the development of drugs targeting the mechanism for cancer management and treatment.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2007
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Deity of disease
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Several scientists believe that mitochondria play a vital role in age-related diseases. They have discovered that mitochondria are the main cause of diabetes and neurodegenerative disorder.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2005
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