ACT 과학 - 신경학과 혈액 생화학

the process by which new neurons are generated in the brain, occurring primarily during prenatal development but also continuing into adulthood in certain brain regions

신경 생성, 뉴런 생성

a neurological phenomenon where stimulation of one sensory or cognitive pathway leads to automatic, involuntary experiences in a second sensory or cognitive pathway

공감각

a physical perception caused by an outside stimulus or something being in touch with the body

감각, 센세이션

a cell that is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body

신경세포

the tissue in the central nervous system composed of myelinated nerve fibers

백질, 하얀 물질

the outer layer of neural tissue in the parietal lobe involved in sensory processing and spatial awareness

두정 피질, 두정 cortex

the temporary storage of information that is currently being used or actively processed by the brain, typically for a few seconds to a few minutes

단기 기억, 임시 기억

a chemical substance that transmits messages from a neuron to another one or to a muscle

신경전달물질

a curved structure in the brain responsible for memory formation, learning, and spatial navigationa curved structure in the brain responsible for memory formation, learning, and spatial navigation

해마

a scientist who studies the structure, function, and disorders of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord

신경과학자, 신경생물학자

a junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter

시냅스

a comprehensive map or diagram that depicts the complete set of neural connections within a nervous system

커넥톰

relating to the part of the nervous system that promotes relaxation and digestion in the body

부교감신경의, 부교감신경과 관련된

a mental condition that is not caused by organic disease in which one is constantly anxious, worried, and stressed

신경증

relating to bodily functions that occur automatically, without conscious effort or control

자율적인, 자동적인

the branch of medicine and physiology dealing with the endocrine system that controls the hormones in one's body

내분비학

a hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles and promotes restful sleep

멜라토닌

a hormone produced mainly by the stomach that stimulates appetite and regulates hunger

그렐린

a hormone produced primarily by fat cells that helps regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger and promoting feelings of fullness

레프틴, 호르몬 레프틴

a hormone primarily responsible for female reproductive development and regulation

에스트로겐

a neurotransmitter primarily found in the brain and gastrointestinal tract that plays a key role in mood regulation, appetite, sleep, and various physiological functions

세로토닌

a hormone and neurotransmitter that regulates the body's stress response

노르에피네프린, 노르아드레날린

a compound released by cells in response to injury, allergy, or immune reactions, causing inflammation, itching, and other allergy symptoms

히스타민, 히스타민 화합물

a biochemical assembly that transports fats in the bloodstream, composed of proteins and lipids

지단백질

a biological indicator found in blood that can be measured and evaluated to indicate a particular physiological or pathological condition, or the response to treatment

바이오마커, 생물학적 지표

any organic compound that creates the basic structure of proteins

아미노산

a medical condition characterized by an excess of acid in the blood and body tissues, resulting in a lower pH than normal

산증, 산도가

a medical condition characterized by an excess of base or alkali in the blood and body tissues, resulting in a higher pH than normal

알칼리증

having the ability to restrain, limit, or suppress activity or function

억제하는, 제한하는

a protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells

헤모글로빈

a small protein that regulates immune responses and cell communication in the human body

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