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Revealing the Crucial Role of Intracellular Communication in Parkinson’s Disease
Researchers from the departments of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Padua, pioneers in the development of sensors to study intracellular communication, unveil the Achilles’ heel of Parkinson’s disease.
In the fascinating world of cellular biology, compartmentalization with specific functions is one of the most intriguing features. This division enables cells to evolve and adapt rapidly to changing environmental conditions while maintaining the integrity of their functions. However, communication between these compartments is essential for proper cellular functioning.
A recent study published in “Nature Communications” by researchers from the Departments of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Padua has shed light on a new crucial aspect of intracellular communication, highlighting its role in Parkinson’s disease.
Mitocondria and lysosomes, two key cellular organelles, were at the center of this research. These organelles are essential for the energy and metabolic control of cells, and their exchange of information is critical for…
