neurophysiology

[ noor-oh-fiz-ee-ol-uh-jee, nyoor- ]

noun

1. the branch of physiology dealing with the functions of the nervous system.

neurophysiology

/ ˌnjʊərəʊˌfɪzɪˈɒlədʒɪ; ˌnjʊərəʊˌfɪzɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

noun

1. the study of the functions of the nervous system

Derived Forms

• ˌneuroˌphysioˈlogically, adverb
• neurophysiological, adjective
• ˌneuroˌphysiˈologist, noun

Other Words From

• neu·ro·phys·i·o·log·i·cal [n, oo, r-oh-fiz-ee-, uh, -, loj, -i-k, uh, l, ny, oo, r-], neuro·physi·o·logic adjective
• neuro·physi·o·logi·ca·ly adverb
• neuro·physi·olo·gist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of neurophysiology¹

First recorded in 1865–70; neuro- + physiology

Example Sentences

He uses neurophysiology techniques that go beyond traditional talk therapy.

From Los Angeles Times

The findings of the new study illuminate the intricate interplay between brain dynamics and subjective experience under psilocybin, providing insights into the neurophysiology and neuro-experiential qualities of the psychedelic state.

From Science Daily

A product of our brain's neurophysiology, dreaming is a complex experience that can take on many emotional tones and simulate reality to varying degrees.

From Science Daily

With the new model, “the right entertainment could be sent to audiences based on their neurophysiology,” Zak said in a press release for the study.

From Scientific American

As a young course instructor in seminars for medical students, I faithfully taught neurophysiology by the book, enthusiastically explaining how the brain perceives the world and controls the body.

From Scientific American