论文--中国科学院遗传与发育生物学研究所

ASI-RIM Neuronal Axis Regulates Systemic Mitochondrial Stress Response via TGF-β Signaling Cascade

作者：	Zihao Wang, Qian Zhang, Yayun Jiang, Jun Zhou, and Ye Tian
刊物名称：	Nature Communications
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发布时间：	2024-10-21
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摘要：	Morphogens play a critical role in coordinating stress adaptation and aging across tissues, yet their involvement in neuronal mitochondrial stress responses and systemic effects remains unclear. In this study, we reveal that the transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β) DAF-7 is pivotal in mediating the intestinal mitochondrial unfolded protein response (UPR^mt) inCaenorhabditis elegansunder neuronal mitochondrial stress. Two ASI sensory neurons produce DAF-7, which targets DAF-1/TGF-β receptors on RIM interneurons to orchestrate a systemic UPR^mtresponse. Remarkably, inducing mitochondrial stress specifically in ASI neurons activates intestinal UPR^mt, extends lifespan, enhances pathogen resistance, and reduces both brood size and body fat levels. Furthermore, dopamine positively regulates this UPR^mtactivation, while GABA acts as a systemic suppressor. This study uncovers the intricate mechanisms of systemic mitochondrial stress regulation, emphasizing the vital role of TGF-β in metabolic adaptations that are crucial for organismal fitness and aging during neuronal mitochondrial stress.
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