Inter- and intracellular mitochondrial communication: signaling hubs in aging and age-related diseases

Abstract Mitochondria are versatile and complex organelles that can continuously communicate and interact with the cellular milieu. Deregulated communication between mitochondria and host cells/organelles has significant consequences and is an underlying factor of many pathophysiological conditions,...

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Main Authors: Meng Zhang, Jin Wei, Chang He, Liutao Sui, Chucheng Jiao, Xiaoyan Zhu, Xudong Pan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-12-01
Series:Cellular & Molecular Biology Letters
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s11658-024-00669-4
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Summary:Abstract Mitochondria are versatile and complex organelles that can continuously communicate and interact with the cellular milieu. Deregulated communication between mitochondria and host cells/organelles has significant consequences and is an underlying factor of many pathophysiological conditions, including the process of aging. During aging, mitochondria lose function, and mitocellular communication pathways break down; mitochondrial dysfunction interacts with mitochondrial dyscommunication, forming a vicious circle. Therefore, strategies to protect mitochondrial function and promote effective communication of mitochondria can increase healthy lifespan and longevity, which might be a new treatment paradigm for age-related disorders. In this review, we comprehensively discuss the signal transduction mechanisms of inter- and intracellular mitochondrial communication, as well as the interactions between mitochondrial communication and the hallmarks of aging. This review emphasizes the indispensable position of inter- and intracellular mitochondrial communication in the aging process of organisms, which is crucial as the cellular signaling hubs. In addition, we also specifically focus on the status of mitochondria-targeted interventions to provide potential therapeutic targets for age-related diseases. Graphical Abstract
ISSN:1689-1392