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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So nanodomains could determine the 'quantum-ness' of neurotransmission.
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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
The discovery of taste receptors in the small intestine, however, suggested that there may be a faster, more direct line of communication via neurotransmission.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2023
The mechanism is unclear but many speculate that the parasite’s location in such a privileged spot in the brain may affect neuro-immunomodulation and neurotransmission (f).
—Rebecca Kreston, Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2011
Others may improve brain health by supporting cerebral functions like molecular processes, neurotransmission, and intracellular signaling.
—Dallas News, 23 Aug. 2022
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
The discovery of taste receptors in the small intestine, however, suggested that there may be a faster, more direct line of communication via neurotransmission.
—William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2023
The mechanism is unclear but many speculate that the parasite’s location in such a privileged spot in the brain may affect neuro-immunomodulation and neurotransmission (f).
—Rebecca Kreston, Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2011
Others may improve brain health by supporting cerebral functions like molecular processes, neurotransmission, and intracellular signaling.
—Dallas News, 23 Aug. 2022
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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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