IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊəˈnætəmi/
KK: /nʊroʌnəˈtɔmi/
Definition: The study of the structure and organization of the nervous system and its components.
Example: Understanding neuroanatomy is essential for studying how the brain functions.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
KK: /nʊroʊˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to the biological study of the nervous system and brain functions.
Example: The researchers published a paper on neurobiological processes in learning and memory.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈbaɪələdʒɪst/
KK: /nʊrəˈbaɪələdʒɪst/
Definition: A person who studies the nervous system and its functions, focusing on the biology of the brain and nerves.
Example: The neurobiologist conducted research on how brain cells communicate with each other.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈbaɪəˌlɒdʒi/
KK: /nʊəroʊˈbaɪələdʒi/
Definition: The study of the nervous system and its parts, including how they function and their biological aspects.
Example: She decided to pursue a degree in neurobiology to understand how the brain works.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈkɛmɪkəl/
KK: /nʊroʊˈkɛmɪkəl/
Definition: Relating to the chemicals in the brain and nervous system that affect how we think and feel.
Example: The neurochemical changes in the brain can influence mood and behavior.
Definition: A substance in the body that helps transmit signals in the nervous system and affects how the brain works.
Example: Dopamine is a well-known neurochemical that plays a key role in mood regulation.
IPA: /ˈnjʊərəʊˌkɛmɪst/
KK: /ˈnʊroʊˌkɛmɪst/
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.
IPA: /ˌnjʊərəʊˈkɛmɪstri/
KK: /nʊroʊˈkɛmɪstri/
Definition: The branch of science that focuses on the chemicals in the nervous system and how they affect its functions and processes.
Example: Researchers in neurochemistry explore how neurotransmitters influence behavior and mood.
IPA: /ˌnjʊəroʊˈɛndəˌkraɪn/
KK: /nʊroʊˈɛndəˌkraɪn/
Definition: Relating to the connection and interaction between the nervous system and hormones produced by glands in the body.
Example: The neuroendocrine system plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions.
IPA: /ˌnjʊərəʊˈfaɪbrəˌlɛri/
KK: /nʊroʊˈfaɪbrəˌlɛri/
Definition: Relating to a type of fiber found in nerve cells that helps support their structure.
Example: The presence of neurofibrillary tangles is often associated with certain neurodegenerative diseases.
IPA: /ˌnjʊərəʊfaɪˈbrəʊmə/
KK: /nʊroʊfaɪˈbroʊmə/
Definition: A type of tumor that usually grows in nerve fibers and is mainly made up of cells that support nerves.
Example: The doctor diagnosed her with a neurofibroma after examining the growth on her arm.
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