Astronauts could replace their own mitochondria to treat radiation sickness Skeptics love to bring up one particular topic regarding long-term human space exploration—radiation. So far, all of the research completed on it has been relatively limited and has shown nothing but ...

Mitochondria are also heavily affected by radiation—they also have DNA, which is separate from the DNA used in the rest of the cell ... attempt to restore cellular function by replacing the cell's mitochondria via replacement therapy. phys.org/news/2025-03... #mitochondria #NIAC #NASA #mitomars