The temporal sequence of improved mitochondrial function on the dynamics of respiration, mobility, and cognition in aged Drosophila

Neurobiology of Aging
Tobias W WeinrichGlen Jeffery

Abstract

Aging is associated with mitochondrial decline and reduced adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production leading to cellular dysfunction, but this is improved by long-wavelength light absorbed by cytochrome c oxidase, increasing cytochrome c oxidase activity, ATP production and improving metabolism, sensory motor function, and cognition. Yet, the sequence of these events is unknown. We give old flies a single 90-minute 670-nm pulse and measure temporal sequences of changes in respiration, ATP, motor, and cognitive ability. Respiration increased significantly 20 minutes after light initiation and remained elevated for 4 days. Measurable ATP increased at 1 hour, peaking at 3 hours, and then declined rapidly. Respiration improved before ATP increased, which indicates an early ATP sink. Flies explore environments stereotypically, which is lost with aging but is reestablished for 7 hours after light exposure. However, again, there are improvements before there are peaks in ATP production. Improved mobility and cognitive function persist after ATP levels return to normal. Hence, elevated ATP in age may initiate independent signaling mechanisms that result in improvements in aged metabolism and function.

Citations

Aug 31, 2019·Scientific Reports·Jaimie Hoh KamGlen Jeffery
Sep 27, 2019·Scientific Reports·Tobias W WeinrichGlen Jeffery
Nov 20, 2020·Experimental Brain Research·Hala El KhouryLuke A Henderson
Jun 11, 2019·Experimental Eye Research·Chrishne SivapathasuntharamGlen Jeffery

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