"Breakthrough HKDC1 Protein Discovery Offers Hope for Anti-Aging Treatments"

Researchers at Osaka University have discovered that the protein HKDC1 is essential in maintaining the health of mitochondria and lysosomes, which are crucial organelles within cells. HKDC1 helps to prevent cellular aging by stabilizing these organelles, thus protecting against cellular senescence and potentially offering new therapeutic targets for aging-related diseases. The protein works by promoting mitophagy, the removal of damaged mitochondria, and by aiding in the repair of lysosomes, ensuring the longevity of cellular function.