Function
RNF31 is an E3 ubiquitin-protein ligase component of the LUBAC complex. This complex is responsible for conjugating linear ('Met-1'-linked) polyubiquitin chains to substrates, playing a crucial role in NF-kappa-B activation and inflammation regulation. LUBAC specifically attaches linear polyubiquitin to IKBKG and RIPK1, thereby activating the canonical NF-kappa-B and JNK signaling pathways. The linear ubiquitination process mediated by LUBAC prevents TNF-induced cell death and consequently suppresses inflammation. LUBAC is recruited to the TNF-R1 signaling complex (TNF-RSC) upon polyubiquitination of TNF-RSC components by BIRC2 and/or BIRC3. This recruitment enables LUBAC to conjugate linear polyubiquitin to IKBKG and potentially other components, contributing to the stability of the complex. In conjunction with OTULIN, LUBAC regulates the canonical Wnt signaling pathway during angiogenesis. RNF31 is essential for linear ubiquitination of BCL10, ultimately promoting TCR-induced NF-kappa-B activation. Additionally, RNF31 binds polyubiquitin chains of various linkage types.