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The nuanced role of mitochondrial ROS in modulating aging and aging hallmarks
Annika Müller-Eigner1, Elena Morin1, Katherine S Morton1
1Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, 14642, USA.
Redox Biology
|July 27, 2026
Summary
Aging involves cellular decline, with mitochondrial dysfunction and reactive oxygen species (ROS) playing complex roles. This review clarifies how localized mitochondrial ROS impact aging hallmarks and disease.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology and cellular biology
- Mitochondrial research
- Oxidative stress mechanisms
Background:
- Aging is a progressive decline in cellular function, increasing disease risk.
- Mitochondrial dysfunction and reactive oxygen species (ROS) are key factors in aging.
- The precise role of ROS in aging is complex, acting as both harmful byproducts and signaling molecules.
Purpose of the Study:
- To clarify the nuanced role of mitochondrial ROS in aging.
- To focus on ROS production within specific mitochondrial complexes (I, II, III).
- To explore how localized ROS influence aging hallmarks and disease.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on mitochondrial ROS production.
- Analysis of the dual role of ROS (byproduct vs. signaling).
- Examination of localized ROS generation in aging processes.
Main Results:
- Mitochondrial ROS production is multifaceted, not solely detrimental.
- Localized ROS from specific mitochondrial sites influence aging.
- ROS signaling varies based on location, timing, and quantity.
Conclusions:
- Understanding localized mitochondrial ROS is crucial for aging research.
- Targeting specific ROS sources may offer therapeutic strategies for age-related diseases.
- Further research is needed to fully elucidate the ROS-aging relationship.
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