What determines the specificity of TDP-43-induced mitochondrial DNA release for motor neurons versus other cell types in ALS?

neurodegeneration failed 2026-04-07 0 hypotheses 0 KG edges

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"While the study establishes TDP-43 triggers mtDNA release via mPTP to activate cGAS/STING, it's unclear why this pathway preferentially affects motor neurons in ALS when TDP-43 pathology occurs in multiple cell types. Understanding this selectivity is crucial for targeted therapeutic interventions. Gap type: unexplained_observation Source paper: TDP-43 Triggers Mitochondrial DNA Release via mPTP to Activate cGAS/STING in ALS. (2020, Cell, PMID:33031745)"

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