Mitochondria are multifunctional organelles that play a crucial role in numerous cellular processes, including oncogene-induced senescence. Recent studies have demonstrated that mitochondria undergo notable morphological and functional changes during senescence, with mitochondria dysregulation being a critical factor contributing to the induction of this state. To elucidate the intricate and dynamic structure of these organelles, high-resolution visualization techniques are imperative. Electron microscopy offers nanometer-scale resolution images, enabling the comprehensive study of organelles’ architecture. This chapter provides a detailed guide for preparing fixed samples from cultured cells for electron microscopy imaging. It also describes various quantification methods to accurately assess organellar parameters, including morphometric measurements of mitochondrial shape, cristae structure, and mitochondria-endoplasmic reticulum contact sites. These analyses yield valuable insights into the status of subcellular organelles, advancing our understanding of their involvement in cellular senescence and disease.

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Electron Microscopy to Visualize and Quantify Mitochondrial Structure and Organellar Interactions in Cultured Cells During Senescence

  • Christina Glytsou

摘要

Mitochondria are multifunctional organelles that play a crucial role in numerous cellular processes, including oncogene-induced senescence. Recent studies have demonstrated that mitochondria undergo notable morphological and functional changes during senescence, with mitochondria dysregulation being a critical factor contributing to the induction of this state. To elucidate the intricate and dynamic structure of these organelles, high-resolution visualization techniques are imperative. Electron microscopy offers nanometer-scale resolution images, enabling the comprehensive study of organelles’ architecture. This chapter provides a detailed guide for preparing fixed samples from cultured cells for electron microscopy imaging. It also describes various quantification methods to accurately assess organellar parameters, including morphometric measurements of mitochondrial shape, cristae structure, and mitochondria-endoplasmic reticulum contact sites. These analyses yield valuable insights into the status of subcellular organelles, advancing our understanding of their involvement in cellular senescence and disease.