Neurogenetics
Neurogenetics
Neurogenetics (pronunciation: /ˌnʊəroʊdʒɪˈnɛtɪks/) is a branch of genetics that explores the effect of genes on the structure and function of the brain.
Etymology
The term "Neurogenetics" is derived from two words: "Neuro" which comes from the Greek word "νεῦρον" (neuron) meaning nerve, and "genetics" which originates from the Greek word "γενετικός" (genetikos) meaning relative to birth.
Overview
Neurogenetics studies the role of genetics in the development and function of the nervous system. It considers how the genes of an individual can affect his or her neurology in terms of development and behavior. The field of neurogenetics emerged in the mid to late 1900s with advances in molecular biology techniques and genetic sequencing.
Related Terms
- Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
- Neurology: A branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Molecular biology: The branch of biology that deals with the structure and function of the macromolecules essential to life.
- Genetic sequencing: The process of determining the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neurogenetics
- Wikipedia's article - Neurogenetics
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