Cell BiologybioRxivPreprint
Melanin regulates mitochondrial dynamics, metabolism and inflammatory signaling to protect the retina
Md Jahirul Islam, Yong-Su Kwon, Julie Munsoor…·Zongchao Han
This study shows that melanin in retinal pigment epithelium regulates mitochondrial structure, metabolism, and inflammation, protecting against light-induced retinal damage.
DOI 10.64898/2026.05.15.724948