Contribution of defective mitophagy to the neurodegeneration in DNA repair-deficient disorders

Morten Scheibye-Knudsen, Evandro Fei Fang, Deborah L. Croteau, Vilhelm A. Bohr*

*Corresponding author af dette arbejde
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Abstract

DNA repair is a prerequisite for life as we know it, and defects in DNA repair lead to accelerated aging. Xeroderma pigmentosum group A (XPA) is a classic DNA repair-deficient disorder with patients displaying sun sensitivity and cancer susceptibility. XPA patients also exhibit neurodegeneration, leading to cerebellar atrophy, neuropathy, and hearing loss, through a mechanism that has remained elusive. Using in silico, in vitro, and in vivo studies, we discovered defective mitophagy in XPA due to PARP1 hyperactivation and NAD + (and thus, SIRT1) depletion. This leads to mitochondrial membrane hyper-polarization, PINK1 cleavage and defective mitophagy. This study underscores the importance of mitophagy in promoting a healthy pool of mitochondria and in preventing neurodegeneration and premature aging.

OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftAutophagy
Vol/bind10
Udgave nummer8
Sider (fra-til)1468-1469
Antal sider2
ISSN1554-8627
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 2014
Udgivet eksterntJa

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