rpoH
Function
Sigma factors are initiation factors that promote the attachment of RNA polymerase to specific initiation sites and are then released. This sigma factor is involved in regulation of expression of heat shock genes.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the sigma-70 factor family. RpoH subfamily.
Cellular localization
- Cytoplasm
Alternative names
RNA polymerase sigma factor RpoH, RNA polymerase sigma-32 factor, rpoH