ALS-causing mutations differentially affect PGC-1alpha expression and function in the brain vs. peripheral tissues

Amyotrophic later sclerosis is a motor neuron disease accompanied by metabolic changes. PGC (PPAR gamma coactivator)-1alpha is a master regulator of mitochondrial biogenesis and function and of critical importance for all metabolically active tissues. PGC-1alpha is a genetic modifier of ALS.

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Bayer H, Lang K, Buck E, Higelin J, Barteczko L, Pasquarelli N, Sprissler J, Lucas T, Holzmann K, Demestre M, Lindenberg KS, Danzer KM, Boeckers T, Ludolph AC, Dupuis L, Weydt P, Witting A