Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.1.0)
Enables ATP hydrolysis activity and dynein complex binding activity. Acts upstream of or within microtubule cytoskeleton organization; neuron migration; and protein localization. Located in several cellular components, including axon; centrosome; and lipid droplet. Is expressed in several structures, including brain; genitourinary system; intestine; liver; and spleen. Orthologous to human KATNA1 (katanin catalytic subunit A1).