Boost Mitochondrial Health with Micronutrients: Key Takeaways from AIMRC Seminar

AIMRC Seminar: Understanding Micronutrients and Their Impact on Mitochondrial Health

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Join the Arkansas Integrative Metabolic Research Center (AIMRC) on Wednesday, October 9, as they host Assistant Professor of Human Nutrition, Joanna Fiddler. You’ll learn about the critical role of micronutrients in maintaining mitochondrial health and function.

Understanding Nutrient-Gene Interactions and Their Influence on Mitochondrial Health

Joanna Fiddler’s lab explores nutrient-gene interactions and how these molecular mechanisms impact mitochondrial health and diseases. The role of B-vitamins and iron in cellular and mitochondrial function is significant. Yet, micronutrient deficiencies can lead to malnutrition, impaired growth, reduced work capacity, and unhealthy aging. Their current research focuses on how micronutrients can preserve mitochondrial DNA integrity and promote overall health.

About Joanna Fiddler

Joanna Fiddler, an Assistant Professor of Human Nutrition, holds a joint appointment in the School of Human Environmental Sciences and the Department of Food Science. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Nutritional Sciences and Health & Human Performance before pursuing a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences at Oklahoma State University. Her research includes studying the role of B vitamin-gene interactions in mitochondrial de novo thymidylate biosynthesis, and the effect of iron depletion on metabolic pathways that influence work capacity. She now focuses on micronutrient nutrition and metabolism and their impact on health and disease.

This seminar is supported by NIGMS of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number P20GM139768. However, the content presented is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.

Join us for a round of informative conversation accompanied by pizza and beverages. For more information, feel free to contact Kimberley Fuller at fullerk@uark.edu.

Unable to make it in person? The seminar will also be available via Zoom.