Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources
Predicted to have several functions, including ATP binding activity; GTPase activator activity; and actin binding activity. Involved in regulation of neuron projection arborization. Localizes to the axonal growth cone. Used to study obstructive hydrocephalus. Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in congenital myasthenic syndrome. Is expressed in several structures, including alimentary system; genitourinary system; limb; nervous system; and sensory organ. Orthologous to human MYO9A (myosin IXA).