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Mitochondrial free radical theory of aging

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Mitochondrial free radical theory of aging

Description

The mitochondrial free radical theory of aging goes back to Harman (1956) and ranks among the most popular theories of aging. It is based on postulates which are not unequivocally supported by observation (Bratic, Larsson 2013): (i) Mitochondrial ROS production increases with age caused by progressive mitochondrial dysfunction; (ii) antioxidat capacity declines with age; (iii) mutations of somatic mtDNA accumulate during aging; (iv) a vicious cycle occurs of increased ROS production caused by mtDNA mutations and degenerated mt-function, and due to ROS-induced ROS production.

Abbreviation: MFRTA

Reference: Bratic 2013 J Clin Invest




References

  1. Harman D (1956) Aging: a theory based on free radical and radiation chemistry. J Gerontol 11: 298–300.
  2. Bratic A, Larsson NG (2013) The role of mitochondria in aging. J Clin Invest 123: 951-957.