Understanding Horizontal Mitochondrial Transfer: The Good and the Bad
The World Mitochondria Society (WMS) is organizing a new online free webinar on the latest evidence on Horizontal Mitochondrial Transfer (HMT) and its dual role in health and disease. Recent discoveries highlight how HMT can support tissue homeostasis and metabolic function, while also contributing to tumor progression through intercellular communication between cancer cells and the stroma.
Webinar Details
Title: "Understanding Horizontal Mitochondrial Transfer: The Good and the Bad”
Date: April 9, 2025
Time: 16:00 CET
Presenters and Topics
Dr. Andrés Caicedo, from the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), will discuss the intricate dynamics of mitochondrial transfer in skin tissue and share insights into therapeutic applications of mitochondrial transplantation.
Dr. Estefanía Nova, from the Universidad de Concepción, will delve into how HMT influences tumor onset and progression, revealing potential avenues for cancer intervention.
How to Participate?
Attendance is free of charge, however places are limited so make sure to register. Book your spot.
The zoom link will be sent to you few days prior the webinar.
This webinar also serves as a preview to the hands-on workshop “Mitochondrial Transfer and Transplantation: From Bench to Bedside”, led by Dr. Caicedo, which will take place on October 22, 2025, in Berlin — a pre-congress activity for the Targeting Mitochondria 2025 Congress.
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the crucial, yet complex, process of horizontal mitochondrial transfer, and to learn how new discoveries could transform approaches to cancer therapy and beyond.
