EMG1

This gene encodes an essential, conserved eukaryotic protein that methylates pseudouridine in 18S rRNA. The related protein in yeast is a component of the small subunit processome and is essential for biogenesis of the ribosomal 40S subunit. A mutation in this gene has been associated with Bowen-Conradi syndrome. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2016]

Emg1, N1-Specific Pseudouridine Methyltransferase

S-adenosyl-L-methionine-dependent pseudouridine N1-methyltransferase that methylates pseudouridine at position 1248 (Psi1248) in 18S rRNA. Involved the biosynthesis of the hypermodified N1-methyl-N3-(3-amino-3-carboxypropyl) pseudouridine (m1acp3-Psi) conserved in eukaryotic 18S rRNA. Is not able to methylate uridine at this position (PubMed:20047967).

Has also an essential role in 40S ribosomal subunit biogenesis independent on its methyltransferase activity, facilitating the incorporation of ribosomal protein S19 during the formation of pre-ribosomes (By similarity).

Blastocyst development Source: Ensembl
Nucleologenesis Source: Ensembl
Ribosomal small subunit biogenesis Source: UniProtKB
rRNA base methylation Source: GO_Central
rRNA processing Source: UniProtKB

Nucleolus

Bowen-Conradi syndrome (BWCNS):
A combination of malformations characterized in newborns by low birth weight, microcephaly, mild joint restriction, a prominent nose, micrognathia, fifth finger clinodactyly, and 'rocker-bottom' feet. The syndrome is transmitted as an autosomal recessive trait. The prognosis is poor, with all infants dying within the first few months of life.