The therapeutic potential of mitochondrial transplantation for the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders

Abstract excerpt

Mitochondrial activity is essential to support neural functions, and changes in the integrity and activity of the mitochondria can contribute to synaptic damage and neuronal death, especially in degenerative diseases associated with age, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Currently, different approaches are used to treat these conditions, and one strategy under research is mitochondrial transplantation....

Topics

Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.

• Share to Alzheimer's disease research and treatments
• Share to Metabolism and Genetic Disorders
• Share to Mitochondrial Function and Pathology