Neurovax

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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.

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