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neurotrophic

/noor-uh-trof-ik, -troh-fik, nyoor-/US // ˌnʊər əˈtrɒf ɪk, -ˈtroʊ fɪk, ˌnyʊər- //

神经营养性,神经营养剂,神经营养,神经滋养性

Definitions

adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1
    • : of or relating to the effect of nerves on the nutritive processes.
    • : neurotropic.

Examples

  • In contrast, researchers have observed mood disorders in patients with lower concentrations of brain-derived neurotrophic factor.

  • Increased levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor have also been shown to sharpen cognitive performance and to help reduce anxiety and depression.

  • Research shows that one of the key ways these changes occur in response to exercise is through increased levels of a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor.

  • This complements studies in mammals where brain-derived neurotrophic factor is known to increase neuronal spine density.

  • Studies in people have found a strong relationship between concentrations of brain-derived neurotrophic factor circulating in the brain and an increase in the size of the hippocampus, the brain region responsible for learning and memory.