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  • Gerontology and Cellular Biology
  • Molecular Medicine
  • Organ Physiology

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  • Mitochondria are crucial for cellular energy and programmed cell death.
  • Mitochondrial dysfunction is a key driver of age-related cellular and organ decline.
  • Understanding organ-specific aging requires examining mitochondrial roles in different tissues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advances in mitochondrial dysfunction and organ-specific aging.
  • To dissect molecular mechanisms of mitochondrial impairment in aging.
  • To highlight emerging therapeutic strategies for mitochondrial rejuvenation.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current research on mitochondria and aging.
  • Analysis of molecular mechanisms underlying mitochondrial dysfunction.
  • Examination of preclinical and clinical therapeutic strategies.

Main Results:

  • Mitochondrial dysfunction impacts aging across multiple organ systems (skin, liver, brain, etc.).
  • Key factors include mitochondrial DNA, reactive oxygen species, metabolism, and dynamics.
  • Emerging therapies target antioxidants, biogenesis, turnover, and dynamics.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing mitochondrial dysfunction is a promising anti-aging strategy.
  • Organ-specific approaches are necessary due to unique mitochondrial characteristics.
  • Innovative therapies can combat aging and promote healthy aging across diverse organ systems.