What is another word for secis element?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛsɪs ˈɛlɪmənt] (IPA) 
A secis element is a highly conserved hairpin loop structure that plays an important role in the synthesis of selenoproteins. Selenoproteins are a group of proteins that contain the amino acid selenocysteine, which is encoded by the UGA stop codon. Synonyms for secis element include SECIS motif, SECIS RNA element, and selenocysteine insertion sequence element. These terms are often used interchangeably and refer to the same molecular structure. The discovery of secis elements and their role in the synthesis of selenoproteins has provided valuable insight into the molecular mechanisms of protein synthesis and has facilitated the development of targeted therapies for a range of diseases.
