physiologist
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of physiologist
First recorded in 1655–65; physiolog(y) + -ist
Explanation
A physiologist is a scientist who studies how our organs, cells, and systems work to keep us healthy and alive. A physiologist explores how our heart pumps blood, how our lungs take in oxygen, and how our muscles move. By understanding these processes, physiologists are able to help develop treatments for diseases and improve overall health. Their work is essential in medicine, sports, and research, making sure our bodies function at their best. Through their discoveries, physiologists play a crucial role in advancing healthcare and improving quality of life.
Example Sentences
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Hollie Page, a cardiac physiologist at Bart's Hospital, happened to pass him as he lay on the concourse of Liverpool Street station.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026
Meir, a marine biologist and physiologist, served as flight engineer on a 2019-2020 expedition to the space station and participated in the first all-female spacewalks.
From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026
“It’s virtually parallel with weight gain,” says Sam West, a physiologist and postdoctoral researcher at University of Oxford in England who was lead author of the BMJ review.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
"I consider myself a physiologist, first and foremost," Dr. Aksay said.
From Science Daily • Nov. 22, 2024
Krebs fled that same year, as did the biochemist Ernest Chain and physiologist Wilhelm Feldberg.
From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee
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