Impaired mitophagy leading to the accumulation of damaged mitochondria is associated with the onset and progression of neurodegenerative diseases. This Review provides an overview of the molecular pathways of mitophagy regulation in neurons, discusses evidence implicating mitophagy impairment in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases and assesses small-molecule-based therapeutic approaches aimed at selective mitophagy enhancement.
- Odetta Antico
- Paul W. Thompson
- Laura E. Parton