The function of ENSG00000180116 (REDIC1, regulator of DNA class I crossover intermediates 1) is as follows. Involved in recombination, probably acting by stabilizing recombination intermediates during meiotic crossover formation. Required for normal germline development and fertility. Required for meiotic progression, complete chromosomal synapsis and crossover formation. Binds double-stranded DNA. However, also binds branched DNA molecules, such as those containing a D-loop or Holliday junction structure. Probably not required for formation of DNA double-strand breaks (DSBs). Also binds RNA in an RNA structure-independent manner, with a preference for binding 3'-UTR regions of mRNAs; may stabilize bound RNAs. .