neuroscience
noun
the field of study encompassing the various scientific disciplines dealing with the structure, development, function, chemistry, pharmacology, and pathology of the nervous system.
neurosciences
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pluralof neuroscience.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It has been spearheaded by neurosurgeon Paul Brennan, of NHS Lothian's department of clinical neurosciences, and Race Against Dementia Fellow Dr Claire Durrant of the University of Edinburgh.
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026
Over its 11-year span, the campaign raised $215 million for pediatric cancer, $125 million for the Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic, $147 million for neurosciences and $450 million in endowment funds.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 3, 2022
Evolving research in the neurosciences and psychology underscores the value and benefit of these messages, especially if they are handwritten, for sender and receiver alike.
From Salon ● Feb. 15, 2020
“We understand many aspects of it, and now the neurosciences are helping to clarify important issues. But as for its essence, it’s like saying, ‘Let’s define the essence of love.’
From Scientific American ● Jun. 26, 2019
The bride’s father is a neurologist and partner in the Neurology Group of Bergen County and the director of the neurosciences department at the Valley Hospital, both in Ridgewood, N.J.
From New York Times ● Feb. 17, 2019
