Molecules, Vol. 26, Pages 2935: Mitochondrial K+ Transport: Modulation and Functional Consequences
Molecules, Vol. 26, Pages 2935: Mitochondrial K+ Transport: Modulation and Functional Consequences
Molecules doi: 10.3390/molecules26102935
Authors:
Osvaldo Pereira
Alicia J. Kowaltowski
The existence of a K+ cycle in mitochondria has been predicted since the development of the chemiosmotic theory and has been shown to be crucial for several cellular phenomena, including regulation of mitochondrial volume and redox state. One of the pathways known to participate in K+ cycling is the ATP-sensitive K+ channel, MitoKATP. This channel was vastly studied for promoting protection against ischemia reperfusion when pharmacologically activated, although its molecular identity remained unknown for decades. The recent molecular characterization of MitoKATP has opened new possibilities for modulation of this channel as a mechanism to control cellular processes. Here, we discuss different strategies to control MitoKATP activity and consider how these could be used as tools to regulate metabolism and cellular events.
Source: Molecules - Category: Chemistry Authors: Osvaldo Pereira Alicia J. Kowaltowski Tags: Review Source Type: research
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