The ER mitochondria calcium cycle and ER stress response as therapeutic targets in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Vedrana Tadic*, Tino Prell, Janin Lautenschlaeger, Julian Grosskreutz

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Abstract

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive loss of upper and lower motor neurons. although the etiology remains unclear, Disturbances in calcium homoeostasis and protein folding are essential features of neurodegeneration in this disorder. here, We review recent research findings on the interaction between endoplasmic reticulum (ER) and mitochondria, And its effect on calcium signaling and oxidative stress. we further provide insights into studies, Providing evidence that structures of the ER mitochondria calcium cycle serve as a promising targets for therapeutic approaches for treatment of ALS.

Original languageEnglish
Article number147
JournalFrontiers in Cellular Neuroscience
Volume8
Issue numberMAY
ISSN1662-5102
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 30.05.2014
Externally publishedYes

Research Areas and Centers

  • Centers: Center for Neuromuscular Diseases

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