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neuroprotective

American  
[noor-oh-pruh-tek-tiv, nyoor-] / ˌnʊər oʊ prəˈtɛk tɪv, ˌnyʊər- /

adjective

  1. used to protect nerve cells from impairment or other damage.


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"They activate neuroprotective and cardio protective mechanisms to limit damages."

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2025

"Not only does CBN have neuroprotective properties, but its derivatives have the potential to become novel therapeutics for various neurological disorders," says Research Professor Pamela Maher, senior author of the study.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

The team also looked for signs that the stem cells were having a neuroprotective effect -- that is, protecting nerve cells from further damage.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2023

After four months, doctors diagnosed Benton with activity-dependent neuroprotective protein syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that results in many symptoms, including autism and other intellectual disabilities.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 23, 2023

The new procedure, known as neuroprotective CPR, has three components.

From New York Times • Jun. 15, 2023