What are peroxisomes?

Peroxisomes are ubiquitous organelles of the cell.  A key component in fatty acid metabolism and cellular detoxification, peroxisomal function has only recently been understood.  The importance of this organelle can be clearly illustrated by the rare family of Peroxisomal Disorders.  This family of disorders currently has no known therapy and results in rapid deteriation of health and limited life span.  Peroxisomal function has been shown to dteriorate with age and is implicated in various cancers as well as multiple inflamitory disorders.  Cernapex is dedicated to discovering theraputic options for correcting and maintaining peroxisomal function.