Encephalomeric

/ɛnˌsɛfələˈmɛrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or consisting of encephalomeres; describing the segmented structure of the developing brain.

Etymology

From encephalomere + -ic (adjective suffix). This technical adjective form allows scientists to describe properties and characteristics related to brain segments in developmental neurology.

Kelly Says

The word 'encephalomeric' helps neuroscientists discuss how brains are built in stages—each segment gets different genes activated, and disruptions in this process can cause developmental disorders.

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