What is another word for morpholino?
Pronunciation: [mˌɔːfəlˈiːnə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Morpholino is a chemical compound commonly used in molecular biology research to modify gene expression. This versatile compound is a member of the group of chemical compounds known as heterocyclic organic compounds and is used as an alternative to ribonucleic acid or RNA. The term is often abbreviated to MO or M or MORF. Synonyms for the term include morpholidine, oxazolidine, imidazolidine, morpholine, and piperazine. Morpholino molecules have been found to bind specifically to RNA and inhibit protein production, making this compound a powerful tool in gene therapy and gene knockdown experiments. Researchers continue to explore new applications for morpholino in molecular biology and other scientific fields.
