Mitochondria and the Meaning of Life: Energy, Sex, Suicide

Experience the updated second edition of this groundbreaking book exploring the mitochondria – the tiny powerhouses within our cells. These organelles produce the energy and molecular building blocks essential for life, providing the engine that propelled life’s evolution. But their influence extends far beyond mere energy production. Discover how mitochondria shed light on the origins of life, facilitated the emergence of sexual reproduction (“intracellular sex”), and trigger apoptosis – programmed cell death – a crucial mechanism protecting against cancer and potentially offering the key to longevity. Author Lane Nick explores how mitochondria not only power life but also illuminate its meaning, guiding readers on a journey of self-discovery. Second Edition.