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Peroxisome proliferator activated receptors (PPARs) are ligand-activated transcription factors that regulate metabolism of lipids and glucose. They are divided into three families: α, γ, and δ. Activation of PPARδ by endogenous ligands results in increased insulin sensitivity. (Note: In the literature, PPARδ is sometimes also called PPARβ). Synthetic PPARδ agonists hold significant promise for treatment of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases.