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Mitochondria aren’t only the ‘powerhouses of cells’ — they also battle germs

Mitochondria aren’t only the ‘powerhouses of cells’ — they also battle germs

Mitochondria have primarily been known as the energy-producing components of cells. But scientists are increasingly discovering that these small organelles do much more than just power cells. They are also involved in immune functions such as controlling inflammation, regulating cell death and responding to infections. Research from my colleagues and I revealed that mitochondria play another key role in your …

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