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Regulation of energy metabolism in human pluripotent stem cells
Weiwei Liu1,2, Guokai Chen3,4
1Faculty of Health Sciences, Centre of Reproduction, Development and Aging, University of Macau, Taipa, Macau SAR, China.
Abstract:
All living organisms need energy to carry out their essential functions. The importance of energy metabolism is increasingly recognized in human pluripotent stem cells. Energy production is not only essential for cell survival and proliferation, but also critical for pluripotency and cell fate determination. Thus, energy metabolism is an important target in cellular regulation and stem cell applications. In this review, we will discuss key factors that influence energy metabolism and their association with stem cell functions.
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