Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Aging and Neurodegeneration

2019 ◽  
pp. 76-101
Author(s):  
Vaibhav Walia ◽  
Munish Garg
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species ◽  
Mitochondrial Dysfunction ◽  
Neurodegenerative Disorders ◽  
Electron Transport Chain ◽  
Tricarboxylic Acid ◽  
Atp Production ◽  
Important Target ◽  
Transport Chain ◽  
Cellular Apoptosis

Mitochondria are a dynamic organelle of the cell involved in the various biological processes. Mitochondria are the site of the adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production, electron transport chain (ETC), oxidation of fatty acids, tricarboxylic acid (TCA), and cellular apoptosis. Besides these, mitochondria are the site of production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which further disrupts the normal functioning of this organelle also making mitochondria itself as an important target of oxidative stress. Thus, mitochondria serve as an important target in the process of neurodegeneration. In the present chapter, the authors describe mitochondria and its functioning, dynamics, and the mitochondrial dysfunction in aging and neurodegenerative disorders (NDs).

scholarly journals Transcriptomic and Functional Analyses of Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Pressure Overload‐Induced Right Ventricular Failure

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
HyunTae V. Hwang ◽  
Nefthi Sandeep ◽  
Ramesh V. Nair ◽  
Dong‐Qing Hu ◽  
Mingming Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Electron Transport ◽  
Mitochondrial Dysfunction ◽  
Electron Transport Chain ◽  
Mitochondrial Fission ◽  
Pressure Overload ◽  
Energy Generation ◽  
Complex Congenital Heart Disease ◽  
Chain Complexes ◽  
Transport Chain

Background In complex congenital heart disease patients such as those with tetralogy of Fallot, the right ventricle (RV) is subject to pressure overload, leading to RV hypertrophy and eventually RV failure. The mechanisms that promote the transition from stable RV hypertrophy to RV failure are unknown. We evaluated the role of mitochondrial bioenergetics in the development of RV failure. Methods and Results We created a murine model of RV pressure overload by pulmonary artery banding and compared with sham‐operated controls. Gene expression by RNA‐sequencing, oxidative stress, mitochondrial respiration, dynamics, and structure were assessed in pressure overload‐induced RV failure. RV failure was characterized by decreased expression of electron transport chain genes and mitochondrial antioxidant genes (aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 and superoxide dismutase 2) and increased expression of oxidant stress markers (heme oxygenase, 4‐hydroxynonenal). The activities of all electron transport chain complexes decreased with RV hypertrophy and further with RV failure (oxidative phosphorylation: sham 552.3±43.07 versus RV hypertrophy 334.3±30.65 versus RV failure 165.4±36.72 pmol/(s×mL), P <0.0001). Mitochondrial fission protein DRP1 (dynamin 1‐like) trended toward an increase, while MFF (mitochondrial fission factor) decreased and fusion protein OPA1 (mitochondrial dynamin like GTPase) decreased. In contrast, transcription of electron transport chain genes increased in the left ventricle of RV failure. Conclusions Pressure overload‐induced RV failure is characterized by decreased transcription and activity of electron transport chain complexes and increased oxidative stress which are associated with decreased energy generation. An improved understanding of the complex processes of energy generation could aid in developing novel therapies to mitigate mitochondrial dysfunction and delay the onset of RV failure.

scholarly journals Dopamine and Methamphetamine Differentially Affect Electron Transport Chain Complexes and Parkin in Rat Striatum: New Insight into Methamphetamine Neurotoxicity

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 363
Author(s):  
Viktoriia Bazylianska ◽  
Akhil Sharma ◽  
Heli Chauhan ◽  
Bernard Schneider ◽  
Anna Moszczynska
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Electron Transport ◽  
Mitochondrial Dysfunction ◽  
Complex I ◽  
Electron Transport Chain ◽  
Rat Striatum ◽  
Experimental Conditions ◽  
Chain Complexes ◽  
Transport Chain

Methamphetamine (METH) is a highly abused psychostimulant that is neurotoxic to dopaminergic (DAergic) nerve terminals in the striatum and increases the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease (PD). In vivo, METH-mediated DA release, followed by DA-mediated oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction in pre- and postsynaptic neurons, mediates METH neurotoxicity. METH-triggered oxidative stress damages parkin, a neuroprotective protein involved in PD etiology via its involvement in the maintenance of mitochondria. It is not known whether METH itself contributes to mitochondrial dysfunction and whether parkin regulates complex I, an enzymatic complex downregulated in PD. To determine this, we separately assessed the effects of METH or DA alone on electron transport chain (ETC) complexes and the protein parkin in isolated striatal mitochondria. We show that METH decreases the levels of selected complex I, II, and III subunits (NDUFS3, SDHA, and UQCRC2, respectively), whereas DA decreases the levels only of the NDUFS3 subunit in our preparations. We also show that the selected subunits are not decreased in synaptosomal mitochondria under similar experimental conditions. Finally, we found that parkin overexpression does not influence the levels of the NDUFS3 subunit in rat striatum. The presented results indicate that METH itself is a factor promoting dysfunction of striatal mitochondria; therefore, it is a potential drug target against METH neurotoxicity. The observed decreases in ETC complex subunits suggest that DA and METH decrease activities of the ETC complexes via oxidative damage to their subunits and that synaptosomal mitochondria may be somewhat “resistant” to DA- and METH-induced disruption in mitochondrial ETC complexes than perikaryal mitochondria. The results also suggest that parkin does not regulate NDUFS3 turnover in rat striatum.

scholarly journals Improvement of Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Dysfunction by β-Caryophyllene: A Focus on the Nervous System

Antioxidants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 546
Author(s):  
Hammad Ullah ◽  
Alessandro Di Minno ◽  
Cristina Santarcangelo ◽  
Haroon Khan ◽  
Maria Daglia
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Electron Transport ◽  
Mitochondrial Dysfunction ◽  
Neurodegenerative Disorders ◽  
Cannabinoid Receptor ◽  
Neuronal Loss ◽  
Food Plants ◽  
Active Principle ◽  
Atp Production ◽  
Anticancer Properties

Mitochondrial dysfunction results in a series of defective cellular events, including decreased adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production, enhanced reactive oxygen species (ROS) output, and altered proteastasis and cellular quality control. An enhanced output of ROS may damage mitochondrial components, such as mitochondrial DNA and elements of the electron transport chain, resulting in the loss of proper electrochemical gradient across the mitochondrial inner membrane and an ensuing shutdown of mitochondrial energy production. Neurons have an increased demand for ATP and oxygen, and thus are more prone to damage induced by mitochondrial dysfunction. Mitochondrial dysfunction, damaged electron transport chains, altered membrane permeability and Ca2+ homeostasis, and impaired mitochondrial defense systems induced by oxidative stress, are pathological changes involved in neurodegenerative disorders. A growing body of evidence suggests that the use of antioxidants could stabilize mitochondria and thus may be suitable for preventing neuronal loss. Numerous natural products exhibit the potential to counter oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction; however, science is still looking for a breakthrough in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders. β-caryophyllene is a bicyclic sesquiterpene, and an active principle of essential oils derived from a large number of spices and food plants. As a selective cannabinoid receptor 2 (CB2) agonist, several studies have reported it as possessing numerous pharmacological activities such as antibacterial (e.g., Helicobacter pylori), antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic (e.g., neuropathic pain), anti-neurodegenerative and anticancer properties. The present review mainly focuses on the potential of β-caryophyllene in reducing oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction, and its possible links with neuroprotection.

scholarly journals Pleurotus albidus Modulates Mitochondrial Metabolism Disrupted by Hyperglycaemia in EA.hy926 Endothelial Cells

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriela Gambato ◽  
Elisa Maria Pavão ◽  
Gabriela Chilanti ◽  
Roselei Claudete Fontana ◽  
Mirian Salvador ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nitric Oxide ◽  
Endothelial Cells ◽  
Mitochondrial Dysfunction ◽  
Complex I ◽  
Electron Transport Chain ◽  
Mitochondrial Disorder ◽  
Antioxidant Enzyme Activities ◽  
Ros Production ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Transport Chain

Hyperglycaemia exacerbates the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), contributing to the multiple complications associated with diabetes. Mitochondrial dysfunction is also known to be associated with diabetes. Therefore, the aim of this work was to study the effect of Pleurotus albidus extract on the mitochondrial dysfunction induced by hyperglycaemia in EA.hy926 endothelial cells. The results showed that P. albidus treatment prevented the increase in the activity of complex I of the electron transport chain and minimized the ROS production induced by hyperglycaemia. In addition, the extract minimized oxidative damage to lipids and proteins, caused an imbalance in the antioxidant enzyme activities of superoxide dismutase and catalase, and decreased the nitric oxide levels induced by hyperglycaemia. These data contribute to our understanding of the mitochondrial disorder induced by hyperglycaemia as well as establishing the conditions required to minimize these alterations.

Butin reduces oxidative stress-induced mitochondrial dysfunction via scavenging of reactive oxygen species

2010 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 922-927 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Kyoung Ah Kang ◽  
Mei Jing Piao ◽  
Weon Young Chang ◽  
Young Hee Maeng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species ◽  
Mitochondrial Dysfunction ◽  
Reactive Oxygen ◽  
Oxygen Species

scholarly journals Piceatannol Increases Antioxidant Defense and Reduces Cell Death in Human Periodontal Ligament Fibroblast under Oxidative Stress

Antioxidants ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Flávia Póvoa da Costa ◽  
Bruna Puty ◽  
Lygia S. Nogueira ◽  
Geovanni Pereira Mitre ◽  
Sávio Monteiro dos Santos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species ◽  
Cell Death ◽  
Cell Viability ◽  
Antioxidant Capacity ◽  
Periodontal Ligament ◽  
Cellular Metabolism ◽  
Mitochondrial Activity ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Atp Production

Piceatannol is a resveratrol metabolite that is considered a potent antioxidant and cytoprotector because of its high capacity to chelate/sequester reactive oxygen species. In pathogenesis of periodontal diseases, the imbalance of reactive oxygen species is closely related to the disorder in the cells and may cause changes in cellular metabolism and mitochondrial activity, which is implicated in oxidative stress status or even in cell death. In this way, this study aimed to evaluate piceatannol as cytoprotector in culture of human periodontal ligament fibroblasts through in vitro analyses of cell viability and oxidative stress parameters after oxidative stress induced as an injury simulator. Fibroblasts were seeded and divided into the following study groups: control, vehicle, control piceatannol, H2O2 exposure, and H2O2 exposure combined with the maintenance in piceatannol ranging from 0.1 to 20 μM. The parameters analyzed following exposure were cell viability by trypan blue exclusion test, general metabolism status by the 3-[4,5-dimethylthiazole-2-yl]-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) method, mitochondrial activity through the ATP production, total antioxidant capacity, and reduced gluthatione. Piceatannol was shown to be cytoprotective due the maintenance of cell viability between 1 and 10 μM even in the presence of H2O2. In a concentration of 0.1 μM piceatannol decreased significantly cell viability but increased cellular metabolism and antioxidant capacity of the fibroblasts. On the other hand, the fibroblasts treated with piceatannol at 1 μM presented low metabolism and antioxidant capacity. However, piceatannol did not protect cells from mitochondrial damage as measured by ATP production. In summary, piceatannol is a potent antioxidant in low concentrations with cytoprotective capacity, but it does not prevent all damage caused by hydrogen peroxide.

scholarly journals An overview of chagasic cardiomyopathy: pathogenic importance of oxidative stress

2005 ◽  
Vol 77 (4) ◽  
pp. 695-715 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michele A. Zacks ◽  
Jian-Jun Wen ◽  
Galina Vyatkina ◽  
Vandanajay Bhatia ◽  
Nisha Garg
Keyword(s):  
Oxidative Stress ◽  
Electron Transport Chain ◽  
Common Source ◽  
Oxygen Species ◽  
Pathogen Invasion ◽  
Immune Mediated ◽  
Transport Chain ◽  
Chagasic Cardiomyopathy ◽  
The Common

There is growing evidence to suggest that chagasic myocardia are exposed to sustained oxidative stress-induced injuries that may contribute to disease progression. Pathogen invasion- and replication-mediated cellular injuries and immune-mediated cytotoxic reactions are the common source of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in infectious etiologies. However, our understanding of the source and role of oxidative stress in chagasic cardiomyopathy (CCM) remains incomplete. In this review, we discuss the evidence for increased oxidative stress in chagasic disease, with emphasis on mitochondrial abnormalities, electron transport chain dysfunction and its role in sustaining oxidative stress in myocardium. We discuss the literature reporting the consequences of sustained oxidative stress in CCM pathogenesis.

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