Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.1.0)
Enables identical protein binding activity. Involved in several processes, including DNA damage response; circadian rhythm; and regulation of circadian rhythm. Acts upstream of or within branching morphogenesis of an epithelial tube and lung development. Located in nucleus. Is expressed in several structures, including embryo ectoderm; genitourinary system; gut; nervous system; and respiratory system. Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in advanced sleep phase syndrome and alcohol use disorder. Orthologous to human TIMELESS (timeless circadian regulator).