The mechanism by which CR works to extend lifespan in multiple rodent species is of high relevance and significance to research into aging. Mitochondria do not seamlessly convert the mitochondrial membrane potential to chemical energy, i.e. ATP. Rather there are several possibilities for proton """"""""leak"""""""" through the mitochondrial inner membrane that do not require passage through the ATPase and synthesis of ATP. The investigator formulates the hypothesis that it is really the rate and extent of these leak reactions that are both 1) major contributors to resting mitochondrial O2 consumption, and 2) major contributors to the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Caloric Restriction has been demonstrated consistently to increase lifespan, and to decrease several biochemical endpoints of mitochondrial and oxidative stress specifically in postmitotic tissues. The premise is that Caloric Restriction (CR), hypothyroidism, and modulation of dietary fat will decrease mitochondrial permeability (i.e. proton leak), therefore decreasing molecular Oxygen consumption, and presumably oxidative stress.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute on Aging (NIA)
Type
Research Project (R01)
Project #
1R01AG017902-01
Application #
6087545
Study Section
Geriatrics and Rehabilitation Medicine (GRM)
Program Officer
Finkelstein, David B
Project Start
2000-09-30
Project End
2001-08-31
Budget Start
2000-09-30
Budget End
2001-08-31
Support Year
1
Fiscal Year
2000
Total Cost
$215,800
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Wisconsin Madison
Department
Veterinary Sciences
Type
Other Domestic Higher Education
DUNS #
161202122
City
Madison
State
WI
Country
United States
Zip Code
53715
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