Dan Arking, PhD, McKusick-Nathans Department of Genetic Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Presents:  Mitochondrial Genetic Variation and Aging-related Disease

Host:  Dr. Peter Jin

In person only:  Connor Auditorium (FLTC)

Abstract: Mitochondria play critical roles in key cellular functions, including energy production, cell signaling, and apoptosis. I will discuss the emerging evidence for mitochondrial genetic variation, particularly somatic variation, in modifying risk for aging-related diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and overall mortality.