Enables 3'-5' DNA helicase activity. Involved in DNA metabolic process; determination of adult lifespan; and response to ionizing radiation. Located in nucleoplasm and site of double-strand break. Expressed in several structures, including AWCL; AWCR; and germ line. Used to study Werner syndrome. Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in several diseases, including Werner syndrome; diffuse scleroderma; and senile cataract. Is an ortholog of human WRN (WRN RecQ like helicase).
Expressed in nervous system and tail. Used to study Werner syndrome. Is an ortholog of human MIR124-1 (microRNA 124-1); MIR124-2 (microRNA 124-2); and MIR124-3 (microRNA 124-3).