thermosensitive

[ thur-moh-sen-si-tiv ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. readily affected by heat or a change in temperature.

Word History and Origins

Origin of thermosensitive¹

thermo- + sensitive

Example Sentences

The team previously showed that their thermosensitive technology could restore passive thermosensation in 17/27 amputees.

From Science Daily

A thermosensitive section of the device also allows it to detect temperature changes, using a special dye -- similar to that in color-changing t-shirts or mood rings -- that desaturates in color when it is heated.

From Science Daily

An intramuscular syringe is one option Davis said his team is exploring, while a psychedelic startup called Biomind Labs is developing a thermosensitive nasal gel that can deliver the drug.

From Salon

It uses special thermosensitive paper as "film."

From The Verge