Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Predicted to enable DNA-binding transcription factor activity, RNA polymerase II-specific and RNA polymerase II transcription regulatory region sequence-specific DNA binding activity. Acts upstream of or within adult walking behavior; neuron differentiation; and proprioception. Located in nucleus. Is expressed in several structures, including central nervous system; embryo mesenchyme; extraembryonic component; eye; and male reproductive gland or organ. Orthologous to human GBX1 (gastrulation brain homeobox 1).