Irisin/FNDC5 Proteins and Enzymes

Irisin, also known as FNDC5, is a peptide hormone that is upregulated in skeletal muscle and subcutaneous adipose tissue during exercise. It induces expression of the mitochondrial proteins PPAR-gamma coactivator 1 alpha (PGC1a) and uncoupling protein-1 (UCP1). It contributes to the regulation of diabetes and obesity by inducing the transition of w...