Mitochondria are small floating free organelles found throughout a cell. They are called the powerhouse of the cell as they are the energy-generating center’s of living cells. It was believed that Mitochondria function much single batteries. A new research lead by Dr. Orian Shirihai at UCLA has shown that mitochondria are instead made up of many individual bioelectric units that generate energy in a grid. The research will help in understanding the role of mitochondria in aging, disease and medical complications.
William Henry Gates III is an American business magnate, investor, author, philanthropist, and humanitarian. He is best known as the principal founder of Microsoft Corporation.
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