Nanopore sequencing is a technique that is widely used in the field of molecular biology for DNA sequencing. However, there are several other synonyms or alternate names that are used for this sequencing methodology. Some of the most common synonyms include single-molecule sequencing, real-time sequencing, and direct DNA sequencing. Additionally, several proprietary names or brands have emerged in the market for nanopore sequencing, such as MinION, GridION, and PromethION. Regardless of the name or brand used, all of these methods employ a similar technology that involves passing DNA strands through a tiny pore or nanopore to measure their sequence in real-time.