noun
- the branch of physiology that studies the structure and function of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.
Usage: academic/scientific field; typically uncountable
Examples
- She earned her PhD in neurophysiology after studying how neurons communicate.
- Neurophysiology research has revealed much about how the brain processes sensory information.
- The neurophysiology lab uses advanced imaging techniques to monitor brain activity.
- Understanding neurophysiology is essential for treating neurological disorders.
- His work in neurophysiology focused on the electrical properties of nerve cells.