ATP-binding RNA helicase that plays a role in maturation of the small ribosomal subunit in ribosome biogenesis . Required for the release of the U3 snoRNP from pre-ribosomal particles . Plays a role in early testis development . Probably plays also a role in brain development .
Nucleus, nucleolus . Cytoplasm . Nucleus membrane .
Expressed in the fallopian tube, ovary, uterus and testis. Also expressed in the brain.