Regenerative Therapy (Jun 2024)

Calcium oscillations and mitochondrial enzymes in stem cells

  • Mio Fukuoka,
  • Woojin Kang,
  • Sae Horiike,
  • Mitsutoshi Yamada,
  • Kenji Miyado

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 26
pp. 811 – 818

Abstract

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Calcium oscillations are rhythmic fluctuations of the intracellular concentration of calcium ions (Ca2+). As Ca2+ evokes various cellular processes, its intracellular concentration is tightly regulated. Ca2+ oscillations control biological events, including neuronal differentiation and proliferation of mesenchymal stem cells. The frequency and pattern of Ca2+ oscillations depend on cell type. Researchers have studied Ca2+ oscillations to better understand how cells communicate and regulate physiological processes. Dysregulation of Ca2+ oscillations causes health problems, such as neurodegenerative disorders. This review discusses the potential functions of Ca2+ oscillations in stem cells.

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