Term Name: upstream stimulatory factor complex
Synonyms: USF complex, USF1 homodimer, USF1-USF2 heterodimer, USF2 homodimer
Definition: A protein complex capable of sequence-specific DNA binding RNA polymerase II transcription factor activity through binding to a symmetrical DNA sequence (E-boxes) (5'-CACGTG-3'). Found in a variety of viral and cellular promoters.
Ontology: GO: Cellular Component [GO:1990378]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is a type of: RNA polymerase II transcription regulator complex