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neuronal

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[noor-uhn-uhl, nyoor-, noor-ohn-uhl] / ˈnʊər ən əl, ˈnjʊər-, nʊərˈoʊn əl /

adjective

  1. of or relating to neurons.


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The result is a denser and stronger network of neuronal connections that may enhance the brain's ability to process and store information.

From Science Daily Sep. 1, 2026

This suggests that the drug rapidly restored a healthier balance in neuronal excitability rather than repairing structural differences formed during early development.

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

Made from only 12 amino acids, it increased neuronal activity tenfold compared with controls.

From Science Daily Jul. 24, 2026

"The developing brain appears to have evolved to tolerate and repair the neuronal damage efficiently," says Professor Mineko Kengaku, of WPI-iCeMS, who led the study.

From Science Daily Jun. 21, 2026

However, condensates also play important roles in normal brain function, raising concerns that eliminating them could disrupt healthy neuronal activity.

From Science Daily Jun. 21, 2026

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