Mitochondria — the powerhouses of cells — carry unique DNA that is mutated in specific diseases, causing cells to be starved of energy. Now, scientists have uncovered a first-of-its-kind molecule tha… [+7547 chars]
'Breakthrough': 1 molecule may be promising treatment for family of devastating mitochondrial diseases - Live Science
Scientists found a compound that appears to counter common mutations behind POLG-related diseases, rare conditions that harm mitochondrial DNA.
By:Nicoletta Lanese
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