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New insight into how cells move copper out of the mitochondrial matrix could guide novel treatments
- June 25, 2026 at 7:40 PM
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Copper is essential for life. Our cells need the metal to make energy and stay healthy, but if it is in the wrong place or present in excess, copper can be deadly. Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists have identified a key protein that helps maintain copper balance, with implications for treating heart failure and rare diseases.
Originally published at Phys.org