neuropoiesis

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The process by which neural stem cells differentiate to form mature neurons, astrocytes, and oligodendrocytes in the adult mammal

Word forms

neuropoiesis

Etymology

From neuro- + -poiesis.

Related words

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