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“My mommy's mitochondria doesn't work that well.” 💛

These are the words of our founder, Mitzi Solomon's children, sharing what it’s like when mitochondrial dysfunction affects the person you love most. When mitochondria don’t function properly, energy, health, and daily life can look very different.

This is why Countdown For A Cure was started. Born from one family’s lived experience, unanswered questions, and a gap in science that could no longer be ignored.

Mitochondrial dysfunction impacts millions, yet research remains critically underfunded. By supporting @Countdown4ACure, you’re helping fund the science that brings understanding, treatments, and hope to so many families.

Because cellular energy matters. ✨
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One of the most coveted live auction experiences from Evening of Energy came to life on May 17th.

A Seat at the Table was created exclusively for Evening of Energy and brought together Countdown supporters for an extraordinary evening benefiting mitochondrial research. Set inside one of Atlanta’s most stunning luxury residences, generously provided by the partners of SET Real Estate Group, the evening celebrated the power of philanthropy, connection, and community.

Guests enjoyed a multi-course culinary experience by celebrity chef Shawn Osbey, paired with exceptional wines from Arkenstone, MAXEM, Memento Mori, and Vida Valiente. Throughout the evening, acclaimed winemaker Sam Kaplan guided guests through the stories, craftsmanship, and wines behind each label, joined by Nancy Kaplan, founder of MAXEM and Vida Valiente, and Jessica Baker, Director of Business Development & Client Relations for Vida Valiente.

From the stunning residence and custom tablescape by Topher Mack to the artwork curated by Luca Fine Art Gallery, every detail reflected the generosity, craftsmanship, and thoughtfulness behind this extraordinary experience.

More than a remarkable evening, A Seat at the Table was a reflection of what is possible when a community comes together to advance science, fuel discovery, and help shape the future of health.

Every bid placed at the Evening of Energy Gala helps accelerate mitochondrial science and medicine.

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Mitochondria are behind everything — energy, hormones, cognition, aging, resilience, and why so many women begin feeling disconnected from their health in midlife.

This Women’s Health Month, @DrTazMD, pioneer in integrative medicine and founder of hol+ joined @NathalieNiddam, longevity expert and host of The Longevity Podcast, for a conversation on cellular health, mitochondrial function, and the science shaping the future of women’s health.

We are grateful for leaders like Dr. Taz and Nathalie helping bring mitochondrial science into the mainstream conversation and for their support of Countdown and the research we are accelerating in this new era of health.

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The science of aging is advancing fast, and most women haven't heard any of it.

Anastasia Khodzhaeva, co-founder and co-CEO of @YoungGoose4, is one of the people changing that. As a biologist and entrepreneur building skincare around the hallmarks of aging, she knows exactly where the gap is, why it matters, and how to combine scientific rigor with entrepreneurial vision.

This Women's Health Month, Anastasia Khodzhaeva sat down with us to talk about mitochondrial health, postpartum skin, perimenopause, and what most women experience as inevitable is actually addressable at the cellular level.

Funding mitochondrial science isn't a luxury or a biohacking trend, it's the most foundational investment in how we feel, function, and age. This is exactly why Countdown exists: to lead the next era of health.

Read the full Q&A: https://t.co/1234jygUHH
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We’re excited to announce our first research grant of 2026 awarded to Dr. Elias Adriaenssens at the @IMPviennaResearch in Vienna, Austria. This is research that will change how we treat Parkinson's, rare & chronic disease, neurodegeneration, and ageing, at the cellular level where it all begins.​
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This grant builds on the promise hypoxia has shown in preclinical research and the recent work by Dr. Adriaenssens on a mitochondrial repair system that acts downstream of hypoxia. His work is charting a path toward treatments that selectively activate that repair process, potentially mimicking the benefits of hypoxia without the challenges of prolonged low-oxygen treatment.​
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At Countdown, we fund the shared biology beneath diseases that most organizations address in isolation. Every grant we make is chosen for its potential to reach across conditions — accelerating discoveries that don't stay in a lab, but move into clinical settings for you, your families, and the millions of people whose lives will be changed by this research.​
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Join us. Fund the future. Read more at https://t.co/5YFjCKPXSL ​
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Fascia is a body-wide network of collagen that connects and surrounds every structure in the body—from muscles and organs to nerves and blood vessels.

It provides structure, enables movement, and plays a critical role in how force, fluid, and signals move throughout the body. Without it, nothing in your body truly moves, communicates, or functions as a whole.

This network is also rich in mitochondria and contains structured, or “liquid crystalline,” water.

Research from Gerald Pollack PhD. and his team at the University of Washington suggests that when water interacts with collagen, it changes structure—creating an electrical charge that can capture, store, and transmit energy.

In other words, fascia is not just structural. It plays a role in communication and energy flow throughout the body.

Supporting mitochondrial function through natural light, movement, deep breathing, and fascia work—like mobility, stretching, and manual therapies—helps maintain the hydration and function of this network.

When your mitochondria thrive, so does your health.
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Women’s health has long been underfunded and misunderstood, leaving critical gaps in how we understand what’s happening at a deeper, cellular level.

This Women’s Health Month, we’re spotlighting women whose work is expanding how we understand health—from research and medicine to advocacy, innovation, and lived experience.
Today, we’re featuring Natalie Yivgi-Ohana, PhD., Co-Founder & CEO of @Minovia_tx and member of Countdown’s Scientific & Medical Advisory Board.

Natalie is a pioneer of mitochondrial transplantation, an emerging field focused on restoring cellular energy and addressing dysfunction at its source.

At Countdown, we are proud to support this work, including funding the development of mitochondrial biomarkers which measure mitochondrial content, quality, and function and provide a standardized “MitoScore.”

Read her full Q&A on the blog, link in bio.
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We don’t talk about these as medicine—but maybe we should.

These are the daily inputs that shape how we feel, how we function, and how we age.
They support something deeper: our cellular energy.

And at the center of that system? Mitochondria.

Take care of them, and you take care of everything.


Energy is everything.
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“Mitochondria are more than just the ‘powerhouses’ of the cell—we need to reeducate the public.”
— Colwyn (CoCo) Headley, PhD, Chair of Countdown’s Scientific & Medical Advisory Board

As @CoCo_Headley explains, mitochondria are the conductors of the cell, coordinating energy, signaling, and function across the entire system. And aging? It’s the gradual process of that orchestration falling out of tune.
At Countdown, our mission is to bring mitochondria into everyday conversations around health, wellness, and longevity.

When we unite scientists, institutions, philanthropy, brands, and a growing community of voices, we accelerate more than awareness—we accelerate the science itself. And with it, the opportunity to transform how we diagnose, treat, and ultimately prevent disease at a cellular level.

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We know, most of us rely on that morning (or afternoon) coffee. ☕️
But the true source of energy is already within you.

Mitochondria power cellular function fueling everything from metabolism to brain health to how your body responds to stress and disease.

It’s why mitochondrial science is so critical. Because when we understand energy at its source, we unlock new ways to prevent, treat, and heal.
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The future of health is becoming more measurable, starting at the cellular level 🧬

We’re proud to partner with Natalie Lefevre, Longevity Expert, Thought Leader & Detox Architect, who is helping bring awareness to mitochondrial health in an approachable, real-world way.

Through her own experience, Natalie underwent mitochondrial biomarker testing, at @Minovia_tx, research funded by @Countdown4ACure, offering insight into how we may begin to better understand our cellular health over time. She also shares her excitement for what’s ahead, including the potential of mitochondrial transplantation.

This is the future we’re working toward at Countdown For A Cure, advancing research that moves us closer to measuring, understanding, and improving cellular energy.

Grateful for Natalie’s support and leadership in helping bring more people into this conversation.
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Energy is everything ✨

And on this night, you could feel it in every conversation, every connection, and every moment of generosity.

The third annual Evening of Energy brought together an incredible community committed to advancing mitochondrial research and transforming how we understand health, disease, and longevity.

Next reel… the moments from the program that made the night so impactful 💫
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Can light influence how our cells produce and manage energy?

New observational research is beginning to explore how targeted red and near-infrared light therapy may affect mitochondrial efficiency, the cellular systems responsible for energy production.

The 30-day observational study was led by Dr. Zulia Frost of Recharge Health, with clinical collaborator Greg Eckel of bVital Clinical Research. Recharge Health co-founder and CEO Bjørn Ekeberg notes that these findings reflect a growing interest in how photobiomodulation may support the body’s cellular energy systems.

Recharge Health are the creators of @theflexbeam, which combines red and near-infrared light and is designed to support recovery, pain relief, and overall wellbeing.

While early, research like this reflects increasing interest in technologies that may help measure and support cellular energy systems.

At Countdown For A Cure, we believe expanding the science around mitochondrial function is essential to understanding health, disease, and human performance.

How do you think technologies like light therapy could play a role in the future of mitochondrial research?

Source: https://t.co/5w9gBQlkuX
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What do mitochondria and a broken-down car have in common? 🚗🔧

CFAC Scientific & Medical Advisory Board Chair Dr. @CoCo_Headley often uses a simple analogy: when a car’s engine fails, repairing or replacing it can help get it running again.

In our bodies, mitochondria play a similar role. They produce the energy that powers nearly every biological process ⚡

At Stanford University School of Medicine, Dr. Headley studies how mitochondrial dysfunction shapes aging and disease. His research explores how targeted mitochondrial transplantation and mitochondrial bioengineering could be adapted for a wide range of conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, immune aging, neurodegeneration, and cancer prevention/therapy 🧬

Supported by the American Heart Association, the Burroughs Wellcome Fund, and NASA 🚀, his work reflects the growing importance of mitochondrial science in understanding health, disease, and aging.

⚡ Because so much of health comes back to cellular energy.
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@mitoscientist Thank you, Dr. Singh!

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Thanks a Million 💛

Because of this community, the 2026 Evening of Energy raised over $1 million to advance mitochondrial research, the foundation of human health.

But this wasn’t just about one night. It was about redefining what a cure can mean: a continuum of discovery, care, and possibility, powered by cellular energy, collective belief, and this community.

To everyone who showed up, supported, and stood with us, thank you. Your generosity is helping move mitochondrial science forward and shape what comes next. And to those who supported from afar through donations and silent auction bidding, we are so grateful.

And don’t worry, we’ve got all the photos, videos, and moments coming soon, so you can relive the energy of the evening right along with us ✨

With gratitude,
Mitzi Solomon + the Countdown for a Cure Team
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Grateful to Benedict Albensi, Ph.D., Chair of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Professor at the Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy at Nova Southeastern University, for sharing his perspective on mitochondrial transplantation and the critical hurdles that must be addressed to make this transformative therapy widely available to support the millions who stand to benefit.

Advancing mitochondrial transplantation will require more than scientific innovation alone. It requires aligned funding, coordinated research, regulatory navigation, and sustained community advocacy. Funding remains one of the largest barriers but it is one we are committed to addressing together.

Alongside @MitoAction, @MitoCanada, @Cure_Mito, @Cure4ARS, and @NorthwellHealth, @Countdown4ACure is working collectively to raise awareness, mobilize resources, and accelerate the path from research to real-world application.

This is what progress looks like: organizations aligning. Scientists sharing knowledge. Advocates amplifying the urgency. Patient communities staying engaged.
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“Disease moves quickly. To truly change lives, we have to move faster,” said President & Co-Founder Mitzi Solomon

On February 7th, our third annual Evening of Energy at The St. Regis Atlanta raised over $1 million to advance mitochondrial research - the science of cellular energy and the foundation of human health.

When a community unites around bold science, progress accelerates. This was more than a gala; this was momentum. We are deeply grateful to every host, honoree, sponsor, partner, and guest who helped make this evening historic. But this is only the beginning. Together, we must continue to move at the speed and scale this work requires and deserves.

Grateful to celebrate and advocate alongside @drtazmd, Douglas C. Wallace, PhD, Natalie Yivgi-Ohana, PhD of @Minovia_tx, Sonya Knebel, InPrime Legal, MoveDocs, and our incredible co-chairs Jenni Nowak and Maggie Awbrey.

Save the date: January 30, 2027
Read the full press release at https://t.co/8WnmOBlmPm
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Energy is everything. ✨

@AliciaKeys reminds us that energy is a gift and part of wisdom is knowing when to preserve your energy and when to give it. That kind of awareness is powerful.

What we don’t always realize is that how we give and receive energy—emotionally and physically—directly affects our bodies. Chronic stress. Burnout. Inflammation. Aging. Even disease. It all begins at the cellular level.

At the center of it are our mitochondria, the systems within our cells that regulate how we produce and sustain energy.

When we are constantly depleted, our biology feels it.

At @Countdown4ACure, we fund research focused on protecting and restoring human energy at the cellular level because energy isn’t just a feeling. It’s a foundation.

And when we understand energy at its foundation, we change the future of health.
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