Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Enables RNA polymerase II cis-regulatory region sequence-specific DNA binding activity and transcription coactivator activity. Involved in several processes, including circadian regulation of gene expression; entrainment of circadian clock by photoperiod; and locomotor rhythm. Located in cytoplasm and nucleus. Part of NuRD complex. Is expressed in several structures, including 1st branchial arch mandibular component mesenchyme; central nervous system; early conceptus; genitourinary system; and mandibular process mesenchyme. Orthologous to human MTA1 (metastasis associated 1).