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Researchers discovered that the nucleus directly pulls its own energy supply through a physical connection from mitochondria, rather than energy simply floating over.
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University of Arizona
Who
Ivan Menéndez-Montes, PhD, and Dr. Hesham A. Sadek
What
Researchers discovered that the nucleus directly pulls its own energy supply through a physical connection from mitochondria, rather than energy simply floating over.
When
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:31:40 GMT · 4h 51m ago
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University of Arizona ·
Why
This direct connection, unforeseen by previous assumptions, was found to be critical for cells to mature and for embryos to develop normally, as shown in experiments with mice.
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This finding fundamentally changes the understanding of cellular energy distribution, suggesting new avenues for treating diseases like heart disease, cancer, and aging by potentially restoring these crucial cellular connections. The mechanism is present in nearly all cell types, broadening its medical relevance.
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