Mitochondria Are the Powerhouse of… Alzheimer’s?

The video explores the role of mitochondria and microproteins in genetic diseases, focusing on Alzheimer's research. It highlights a study linking a microprotein called schmooze to Alzheimer's risk, suggesting potential treatment avenues. The video also discusses the vulnerability of banana crops to Panama disease due to genetic uniformity and presents a new strategy to combat the disease, emphasizing the need for genetic diversity in agriculture.

What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?