Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- Pertaining to or dependent on trophic influences coming through the nerves.
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- adjective Of, or relating to
neurotrophy
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Examples
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The genes in nerve cells signal the production of proteins called neurotrophic factors or growth factors.
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Lab tests on animals have also shown that during exercise their nerve cells release proteins known as neurotrophic factors.
foodconsumer.org 2010
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Neural growth factors, also called neurotrophic factors, hold great promise for treating neurological problems.
PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2009
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Neural growth factors, also called neurotrophic factors, hold great promise for treating neurological problems.
PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2009
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Neural growth factors, also called neurotrophic factors, hold great promise for treating neurological problems.
PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2009
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However, proteins called neurotrophic factors can activate nerve cells 'natural growth abilities, perhaps preventing cell death.
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Neural growth factors, also called neurotrophic factors, hold great promise for treating neurological problems.
PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories 2009
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In December 2004 a device called a neurotrophic electrode was surgically inserted into the area of Erik’s brain that controlled his jaw, lips, and tongue in the act of speech.
World Wide Mind Michael chorost 2011
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In December 2004 a device called a neurotrophic electrode was surgically inserted into the area of Erik’s brain that controlled his jaw, lips, and tongue in the act of speech.
World Wide Mind Michael chorost 2011
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In a series of experiments on mice, Canadian scientists found that changing the bacterial composition of the colon through the administration of antibiotics resulted in increased levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor BDNF, a protein associated with memory, learning and mood.
Years of Sitting on the Job Linked to Cancer Ann Lukits 2011
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