Researchers find a new protein unveils secrets to aging

Our body is made up of tiny building blocks called cells; inside these cells, there are even smaller parts called organelles. Similar to how our organs, such as the heart or lungs, contribute to our overall health, organelles play crucial roles in ensuring that cells function effectively.

For example, mitochondria act as the power sources for the cell, and lysosomes help keep the cells clean. When these organelles get damaged, it causes problems like aging, diseases, or disruptions in normal cellular function.

HKDC1 to the rescue

Scientists at Osaka University found a protein called HKDC1…