Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.1.0)
Enables DNA-binding transcription activator activity, RNA polymerase II-specific; E-box binding activity; and bHLH transcription factor binding activity. Involved in several processes, including BMP signaling pathway; regulation of gene expression; and skeletal system development. Acts upstream of or within skeletal muscle cell differentiation. Located in nucleus. Part of transcription regulator complex. Is expressed in several structures, including embryo mesenchyme; genitourinary system; gut; limb; and sensory organ. Orthologous to human SCX (scleraxis bHLH transcription factor).