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Mitochondrial and nuclear DNA matching shapes metabolism and healthy ageing.
Nature - 28 Jul 2016
Latorre-Pellicer Ana, Moreno-Loshuertos Raquel, Lechuga-Vieco Ana Victoria, Sánchez-Cabo Fátima, Torroja Carlos, Acín-Pérez Rebeca, Calvo Enrique, Aix Esther, González-Guerra Andrés, Logan Angela, Bernad-Miana María Luisa, Romanos Eduardo, Cruz Raquel, Cogliati Sara, Sobrino Beatriz, Carracedo Ángel, Pérez-Martos Acisclo, Fernández-Silva Patricio, Ruíz-Cabello Jesús, Murphy Michael P, Flores Ignacio, Vázquez Jesús, Enríquez José Antonio
Abstract excerpt
Human mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) shows extensive within population sequence variability. Many studies suggest that mtDNA variants may be associated with ageing or diseases, although mechanistic evidence at the molecular level is lacking. Mitochondrial replacement has the potential to prevent transmission of disease-causing oocyte mtDNA. However, extension of this technology requires a comprehensive understanding...
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