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Mitochondria provide cells with energy to carry out fundamental organism functions. Additionally, mitochondria are involved in such important phenomena as apoptosis, necrosis or aging. The proper functioning of mitochondria depends on the maintenance of transmembrane potential. One of the groups of proteins involved in ion transport are. potassium channels of the inner mitochondrial membrane. It has been shown that the activation of mitochondrial potassium channels in various cell types can lead to cell protection against damage, a phenomenon known as cytoprotection. The research project aims to identify new infrared light-induced cytoprotective mechanisms. Our initial studies suggests that mitochondrial potassium channels change their activity when exposed to infrared light.

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39th International Conference Bioenergetics 2026

Bogusz Kulawiak and Barbara Kalenik were honored with invitation to participate in 39th International Conference Bioenergetics 2026 organised by Institute of Physiology and Institute of Parasitology CAS on April, 13-15.In spite of our representation, the conference gathered PhD students, researchers and MD from a several research study centers. Participants discussed their results, plans and potential …

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Participation in the Sophion User Meeting Europe 2026

On March 18–19, 2026, Piotr Koprowski participated in the Sophion User Meeting Europe 2026, held at Sophion headquarters in Copenhagen/Ballerup, Denmark. The meeting brought together researchers and users of automated patch-clamp technology for two days of scientific talks, hands-on workshops, poster sessions, and discussions focused on ion channel research and high-throughput electrophysiology. The programme provided an …

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Rapid protocol for mitochondria isolation from cardiomyocytes employing cell strainer-based procedure

We are pleased to share that in our lab, a novel method was developed for isolating mitochondria specifically from rodent cardiomyocytes, ensuring high purity and preservation of their structural and functional integrity. Unlike conventional techniques based on harsh mechanical homogenization, our approach uses gentle mechanical disruption, allowing for the recovery of mitochondria from both subsarcolemmal …

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