The Kozak consensus sequence is an essential component of messenger RNA (mRNA) translation in eukaryotes, responsible for promoting efficient protein synthesis. There are several synonymous terms for this sequence, including the Kozak motif, the Kozak sequence, and the Kozak consensus. The name derives from its discovery by Marilyn Kozak in 1984 while studying translation initiation. The Kozak consensus sequence is located near the initiation codon of almost all eukaryotic genes and is essential for efficient translation initiation. Variations in the sequence can affect the efficiency of translation and are associated with changes in gene expression. Therefore, understanding the Kozak consensus sequence and its synonymous terms is crucial for studying gene regulation and protein synthesis.