Engineered coating lets mitochondria retain their ability to produce energy

Phys.org Tuesday 29 September 2026, 23:40 UTC 1 min read

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Researchers have coated mitochondria with innovative materials without compromising their function, according to a study by IRCCS Fondazione Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta (FINCB) and Politecnico di Milano. The research was conducted as part of the BraiNs joint laboratory, inaugurated in 2023.

IRCCS Fondazione Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta (ORG) FINCB (ORG) Politecnico di Milano (ORG)

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Engineered coating lets mitochondria retain their ability to produce energy

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