Definition

A person who studies the chemical processes and substances in the brain and nervous system.

Example

The neurochemist conducted experiments to understand how neurotransmitters affect mood.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new neurochemist working at the university?

Yeah, I read that they focus on brain chemistry and its effects on behavior.

That's fascinating! I wonder what kind of research they're doing.

I think they're studying how certain chemicals influence our emotions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neurochemist → It is formed from "neuro-" (from Greek "neuron", meaning nerve) and "chemist" (from Greek "khēmia", meaning the art of transmuting metals or chemistry). The word "neurochemist" refers to a scientist who studies the chemistry of the nervous system.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nerve' ('neuro-') and 'the art of chemistry' ('chemist') to remember that a neurochemist studies the chemical processes in the nervous system.

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