Article title: Effects of repeated local heat therapy on skeletal muscle structure and function in humans Authors: Kyoungrae Kim, Blake A. Reid, Caitlin A. Casey, Brooke E. Bender, Bohyun Ro, Qifan Song, Adam J. Trewin, Aaron C. Petersen, Shihuan Kuang, Timothy…
Tag: Mitochondria
Study provides new understanding of mitochondria genome with potential for new avenues of treatment for multiple cancers
A study led by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center furthered understanding about mitochondria, the cell components known as the “powerhouse of the cell.” Knowing more about the genome is crucial given that mitochondria play important roles in tumorigenesis.
Study Explores Alternative Treatments for Small Fiber Neuropathy Mutation
Article title: The small fiber neuropathy NaV1.7 I228M mutation: impaired neurite integrity via bioenergetic and mitotoxic mechanisms, and protection by dexpramipexole Authors: Seong IL Lee, Janneke G.J. Hoeijmakers, Catharina G. Faber, Ingemar. S. J. Merkies, Giuseppe Lauria, Stephen G. Waxman…
Master regulator in mitochondria is critical for muscle function and repair
New study identifies how loss of mitochondrial protein MICU1 disrupts calcium balance and causes muscle atrophy and weakness
Subtle Mitochondrial DNA Mutations Alter Expression of Nuclear Genes, with Profound Clinical Effects
Subtle changes in the DNA of mitochondria, the tiny power plants in cells, can have profound consequences for a patient’s health. Research on biological mechanisms suggests that relatively minor changes in mitochondrial energy flow and metabolism could offer significant future benefits to patients with complex diseases.