Neurovax
Neurovax
Neurovax (pronunciation: /nʊərˈəʊvæks/) is a medical term related to the field of neurology and vaccinology.
Etymology
The term 'Neurovax' is a portmanteau of 'neuro', derived from the Greek word 'neuron' meaning nerve, and 'vax', a common abbreviation for vaccine.
Definition
Neurovax is a hypothetical vaccine that is designed to treat or prevent neurological disorders. It is a concept that is currently under research and development in the field of neuroscience and immunology.
Related Terms
- Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Vaccinology: The science of vaccines, including their development and use.
- Neuroscience: The scientific study of the nervous system.
- Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity.
See Also
- Neuroimmunology: The study of the interaction between our central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord) and our immune system.
- Vaccine: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neurovax
- Wikipedia's article - Neurovax
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