mitochondrial dysfunction

Published research on mitochondrial dysfunction.

BrainJun 19, 2026

ATP11B-YAP Pathway Improved Memory and Ferroptosis in Aged Mice

A 2026 mouse and cell study found that ATP11B loss pushed aged brains toward hippocampal iron accumulation, mitochondrial dysfunction, neuronal ferroptosis, and worse memory behavior than wi…

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DepressionDec 29, 2023

NLRP3 Inflammasome & Depression: A Target for Antidepressant Development?

The NLRP3 inflammasome stands at the crossroads of immune response and mental health, playing a pivotal role in the inflammatory processes implicated in depression. Researchers are exploring…

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Diet & NutritionNov 24, 2023

Elevated Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) Levels Linked to Depression (Possible Diagnostic Biomarker)

New research reveals that individuals with depression exhibit significantly higher levels of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) compared to healthy individuals. This suggests mtDNA could serve as a p…

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