descriptive
PGC-1alpha plays a key role in how cells manage energy
Scientific Claim
PGC-1alpha's role in energy metabolism regulation is central
Original Statement
“Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma coactivator (PGC)-1alpha is a member of a family of transcription coactivators that plays a central role in the regulation of cellular energy metabolism.”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
definitive
Can make definitive causal claims
Assessment Explanation
This is a well-established fact about PGC-1alpha's role in the scientific literature. The study correctly states this relationship without implying causation beyond what is known.
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
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PGC-1alpha: a key regulator of energy metabolism
Narrative Review
2006 DecContradicting (0)
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No contradicting evidence found