DNA molecules in mitochondria, just like those in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells, are
constantly damaged by noxious agents. Eukaryotic cells have developed efficient …

Magnesium (Mg) is the second most abundant cation in mammalian cells, and it is essential
for numerous cellular processes including enzymatic reactions, ion channel functions …

With the aging of the population, we are seeing a global increase in the prevalence of age‐
related disorders, especially in developed countries. Chronic diseases disproportionately …

Human ageing is a fundamental biological process that leads to functional decay, increased
risk for various diseases and, ultimately, death. Some of the basic biological mechanisms …

The phylogenetic utility of mitochondrial genomes (mtgenomes) is examined using the
framework of a preliminary phylogeny of Orthoptera. This study presents five newly …

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of death worldwide and frequently
associated with mitochondrial dysfunction. Detailed understanding of abnormalities in …

Approximately 99.9% of vertebrate species reproduce sexually. The exceptional 0.1%
reproduce via asexual or clonal means, which vary wildly and are fascinating in their own …

The mitochondrial theory of aging, a mainstream theory of aging which once included
accumulation of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) damage by reactive oxygen species (ROS) as …

Mitochondrial genomes are known for their compact size and conserved gene order,
however, recent studies employing long-read sequencing technologies have revealed the …

Mitochondrial genome rearrangements that result in control region duplication have been
described for a variety of birds, but the mechanisms leading to their appearance and …