HDAC1 deacetylates PGC-1α and its inhibition improves glucose homeostasis in diet-induced obese mice

We identify HDAC1 as a regulator of PGC-1α acetylation and gluconeogenic activity in hepatocytes. Genetic depletion of HDAC1 increases PGC-1α acetylation in hepatocytes and reduces hepatic glucose production, revealing a previously unrecognized mechanism for glucose homeostasis. These findings highlight HDAC1 as a potential therapeutic target for type 2 diabetes.