UniProt functional annotation for P19447

UniProt code: P19447.

Organism: Homo sapiens (Human).
Taxonomy: Eukaryota; Metazoa; Chordata; Craniata; Vertebrata; Euteleostomi; Mammalia; Eutheria; Euarchontoglires; Primates; Haplorrhini; Catarrhini; Hominidae; Homo.
 
Function: ATP-dependent 3'-5' DNA helicase, component of the general transcription and DNA repair factor IIH (TFIIH) core complex, which is involved in general and transcription-coupled nucleotide excision repair (NER) of damaged DNA and, when complexed to CAK, in RNA transcription by RNA polymerase II. In NER, TFIIH acts by opening DNA around the lesion to allow the excision of the damaged oligonucleotide and its replacement by a new DNA fragment. The ATPase activity of XPB/ERCC3, but not its helicase activity, is required for DNA opening. In transcription, TFIIH has an essential role in transcription initiation (PubMed:8157004, PubMed:30894545). When the pre-initiation complex (PIC) has been established, TFIIH is required for promoter opening and promoter escape (PubMed:8157004). The ATP-dependent helicase activity of XPB/ERCC3 is required for promoter opening and promoter escape. Phosphorylation of the C-terminal tail (CTD) of the largest subunit of RNA polymerase II by the kinase module CAK controls the initiation of transcription. {ECO:0000269|PubMed:10024882, ECO:0000269|PubMed:30894545, ECO:0000269|PubMed:8157004}.
 
Catalytic activity: Reaction=ATP + H2O = ADP + H(+) + phosphate; Xref=Rhea:RHEA:13065, ChEBI:CHEBI:15377, ChEBI:CHEBI:15378, ChEBI:CHEBI:30616, ChEBI:CHEBI:43474, ChEBI:CHEBI:456216; EC=3.6.4.12;
Subunit: Component of the 7-subunit TFIIH core complex composed of XPB/ERCC3, XPD/ERCC2, GTF2H1, GTF2H2, GTF2H3, GTF2H4 and GTF2H5, which is active in NER. The core complex associates with the 3-subunit CDK- activating kinase (CAK) module composed of CCNH/cyclin H, CDK7 and MNAT1 to form the 10-subunit holoenzyme (holo-TFIIH) active in transcription (PubMed:9852112). Interacts with PUF60 (PubMed:10882074, PubMed:11239393). Interacts with ATF7IP (PubMed:19106100). Interacts with KAT2A; leading to KAT2A recruitment to promoters and acetylation of histones (PubMed:30894545). {ECO:0000269|PubMed:10882074, ECO:0000269|PubMed:11239393, ECO:0000269|PubMed:19106100, ECO:0000269|PubMed:30894545, ECO:0000269|PubMed:9852112}.
Subunit: (Microbial infection) Interacts with Epstein-Barr virus EBNA2. {ECO:0000269|PubMed:7724549}.
Subcellular location: Nucleus.
Disease: Xeroderma pigmentosum complementation group B (XP-B) [MIM:610651]: An autosomal recessive pigmentary skin disorder characterized by solar hypersensitivity of the skin, high predisposition for developing cancers on areas exposed to sunlight and, in some cases, neurological abnormalities. The skin develops marked freckling and other pigmentation abnormalities. Some XP-B patients present features of Cockayne syndrome, including cachectic dwarfism, pigmentary retinopathy, ataxia, decreased nerve conduction velocities. The phenotype combining xeroderma pigmentosum and Cockayne syndrome traits is referred to as XP-CS complex. {ECO:0000269|PubMed:10447254, ECO:0000269|PubMed:16947863, ECO:0000269|PubMed:8304337}. Note=The disease is caused by variants affecting the gene represented in this entry.
Disease: Trichothiodystrophy 2, photosensitive (TTD2) [MIM:616390]: A form of trichothiodystrophy, an autosomal recessive disease characterized by sulfur-deficient brittle hair and multisystem variable abnormalities. The spectrum of clinical features varies from mild disease with only hair involvement to severe disease with cutaneous, neurologic and profound developmental defects. Ichthyosis, intellectual and developmental disabilities, decreased fertility, abnormal characteristics at birth, ocular abnormalities, short stature, and infections are common manifestations. There are both photosensitive and non-photosensitive forms of the disorder. {ECO:0000269|PubMed:9012405}. Note=The disease is caused by variants affecting the gene represented in this entry.
Similarity: Belongs to the helicase family. RAD25/XPB subfamily. {ECO:0000305}.

Annotations taken from UniProtKB at the EBI.