Structural Biochemistry/Neurochemistry

Definition

Neurochemistry is a science that describes the study of neurochemicals, which include neurotransmitters and other molecules (like neuro-active drugs) that influence neuron function. It can be said that neurochemistry is the biochemistry of the nervous system.

Reference

“Neurochemistry." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. 31 July 2010. Web. 28 November 2010.

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