Autophagy: A protective mechanism in response to stress and inflammation

Autophagy is one of the intracellular systems responsible of protein trafficking (degradation/recycling) in eukaryotic cells. Whereas this ubiquitous process contributes to the cytosolic homeostasis, its deregulation is often associated to various pathologies (neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, pathologies with altered inflammatory response, etc.). The present paper gives an overview of autophagy, especially in inflammation, including mechanisms, regulation, functions and future therapies.