concept

mitochondrial function

Also known as: mitochondrial functions

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Mitochondria and the dynamic control of stem cell homeostasis link.springer.com Springer Apr 16, 2018 2 facts

referenceMandal et al. (2011) established that mitochondrial function controls the proliferation and early differentiation potential of embryonic stem cells.

claimThe preference for glycolysis over mitochondrial function is suggested to be a fundamental feature of stemness, independent of the proliferative state of the cells.

Homeostatic medicine: a strategy for exploring health and disease link.springer.com Springer Sep 26, 2022 1 fact

claimNitrates improve mitochondrial function and reduce the aging of mesenchymal stem cells by upregulating sialin expression.

Neuroimaging in psychedelic drug development: past, present, and ... nature.com Nature Sep 27, 2023 1 fact

referenceMansur A, Rabiner EA, Comley RA, Lewis Y, Middleton LT, Huiban M, et al. published 'Characterization of 3 PET tracers for quantification of mitochondrial and synaptic function in healthy human brain: 18F-BCPP-EF, 11C-SA-4503, and 11C-UCB-J' in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine in 2020.

Targeting immunosenescence and inflammaging - Nature nature.com Nature Sep 1, 2025 1 fact

referenceBharath et al. (2020) reported that metformin enhances autophagy and normalizes mitochondrial function to alleviate aging-associated inflammation.

Western diet and its effects on metabolism and health nutritional-psychology.org Center for Nutritional Psychology 1 fact

claimDiets high in fruits, vegetables, fiber, and complex carbohydrates combat metabolic disorders and cancer, reduce inflammatory processes, improve mental health, increase beneficial bacteria in the gut, enhance mitochondrial function, and boost the immune system.