Adenine Nucleotide Translocase regulates the airway epithelium, mitochondrial metabolism and ciliary function
C. Kliment, J. M. K. Nguyen, M. J. Kaltreider, Y.-W. Lu, S. M. Claypool, J. E. Radder, F. C. Sciurba, Y. Zhang, A. D. Gregory, P. A. Iglesias, V. K. Sidhaye, D. N. Robinson
This study identifies Adenine Nucleotide Translocase (ANT) as a protective factor against cigarette smoke in lung cells, showing its role in mitochondrial metabolism, airway hydration, and ciliary function in COPD.
bioRxiv · May 18, 2020 · PreprintCell Biology