neurotransmission
noun
neu·ro·trans·mis·sion
ˌnu̇r-ō-tran(t)s-ˈmi-shən 
-tranz-,
ˌnyu̇r-
: the transmission of nerve impulses across a synapse
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Mood changes may involve shifts in serotonin and GABA neurotransmission.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 4 June 2025
On the flip side, engaging in rewarding activities such as socializing, exercising or pursuing a creative hobby helps maintain balanced dopaminergic neurotransmission.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
Other gadgets fit more standardly with those often seen in this genre, such as a small button-like device humans wear that allows for communication with others in through neurotransmission rather than speech.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 3 May 2024
So nanodomains could determine the 'quantum-ness' of neurotransmission.
—Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 11 Aug. 2013
Studies have shown that hormone signaling, albeit slower, enables long lasting satiation, while neurotransmission via neuropod taste receptors in the gut activates the brain’s reward system and enhances the pleasure of eating.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2023
These receptors are responsible for many functions, including neurotransmission, pain perception, and inflammation.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 8 Dec. 2022
Additionally, nootropic supplements support a range of cerebral functions that help with intracellular signaling, neurotransmission, and molecular processes.
—Dallas News, 24 Jan. 2023
For example, Omega-3 fatty acids help your brain process emotional behavior and aid serotonin neurotransmission needed to regulate your mood.
—Ashley Abramson, Health, 23 Jan. 2023
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 4 June 2025
On the flip side, engaging in rewarding activities such as socializing, exercising or pursuing a creative hobby helps maintain balanced dopaminergic neurotransmission.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
Other gadgets fit more standardly with those often seen in this genre, such as a small button-like device humans wear that allows for communication with others in through neurotransmission rather than speech.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 3 May 2024
So nanodomains could determine the 'quantum-ness' of neurotransmission.
—Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 11 Aug. 2013
Studies have shown that hormone signaling, albeit slower, enables long lasting satiation, while neurotransmission via neuropod taste receptors in the gut activates the brain’s reward system and enhances the pleasure of eating.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2023
These receptors are responsible for many functions, including neurotransmission, pain perception, and inflammation.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 8 Dec. 2022
Additionally, nootropic supplements support a range of cerebral functions that help with intracellular signaling, neurotransmission, and molecular processes.
—Dallas News, 24 Jan. 2023
For example, Omega-3 fatty acids help your brain process emotional behavior and aid serotonin neurotransmission needed to regulate your mood.
—Ashley Abramson, Health, 23 Jan. 2023
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neurotransmission
noun
neu·ro·trans·mis·sion
-tran(t)s-ˈmish-ən, -tranz-
: the transmission of nerve impulses across a synapse
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