MITOCHONDRIAL (NIH)

The Mitochondrial (NIH) refers to research funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) focused on mitochondria, which are tiny structures inside cells that generate energy essential for cell functions. Often called the cell's "power plants," mitochondria convert nutrients into a form called ATP that fuels biological processes. NIH-supported studies aim to understand how mitochondria work, how their dysfunction contributes to diseases like metabolic disorders and neurodegenerative conditions, and to develop potential treatments. This research enhances our knowledge of cellular energy production and its impact on health and disease.