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A new study reveals how boosting the protein NCOA7 helps ovarian cells clear toxic stress granules, slowing ovarian aging and protecting fertility.
The Discovery:
Researchers showed that NCOA7, a protein that interacts with the lysosomal V-ATPase complex, enhances clearance of stress granules that accumulate with age. In ovarian granulosa cells, this reduced oxidative damage, preserved hormone function, and delayed cellular aging, highlighting NCOA7 as a therapeutic target for female reproductive longevity.
The Science:
Stress granules accumulate in aging cells, disrupting protein homeostasis and accelerating decline.
NCOA7 promotes lysosomal acidification and autophagy, enabling efficient granule clearance.
In aging ovarian cells, NCOA7 overexpression improved cell survival, reduced ROS levels, and restored estradiol production.
Mouse models with higher NCOA7 activity showed preserved ovarian function and extended fertility span.
Findings suggest modulating NCOA7 pathways could counteract age-related infertility in women.
Your Action:
While this is early-stage research, it underscores the importance of protecting ovarian health. Lifestyle factors like managing oxidative stress, through balanced nutrition, antioxidant-rich foods, and minimizing environmental toxins, remain essential for fertility preservation.
Bottom Line:
Targeting NCOA7 may become a powerful new strategy to delay ovarian aging and extend reproductive longevity.
Source:
Stress granule clearance mediated by V-ATPase-interacting protein NCOA7 mitigates ovarian aging. Nature Aging. Published: July 31, 2025.
https://doi.org/10.1038/s43587-025-00927-w
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