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Researchers found that mitochondria physically attach to nuclear pore complexes, delivering energy-rich molecules directly to the nucleus. This efficient system supports processes like gene regulation and cellular differentiation, and its disruption affects heart development and cellular function.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Cells have a secret power line: Scientists discover how the nucleus gets its own private energy supply Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares Carlos III (F.S.P.) · Jun 10, 2026 · first to report
- Power to the genome: Scientists decipher how the nucleus gets its energy University of Arizona · Jun 10, 2026