neurophysiology
/ˌnʊroʊˌfɪziˈɑlədʒi/
noun
- The branch of biology that studies how the nervous system works, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
- The textbook on neurophysiology explained how reflexes are controlled by the spinal cord.
- Advances in neurophysiology have helped doctors treat nerve injuries more effectively.
- She decided to major in neurophysiology to understand how neurons communicate.