"Killer" T-cells (small dark purple spots) infiltrate the pancreatic islet in mouse model of type 1 diabetes (left); MOTS-c treatment prevents autoimmunity and the development of the disease (right)

Small Protein Protects Pancreatic Cells in Model of Type 1 Diabetes

Mitochondrial peptide MOTS-c regulates the immune system and prevents the self-destruction of cells that create insulin, according to a new study in mice.

USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology