neuropeptide
noun
neu·ro·pep·tide
| \ ˌnu̇r-ə-ˈpep-ˌtīd
, ˌnyu̇r-\
, ˌnyu̇r-\
Definition of neuropeptide
: an endogenous peptide that influences neural activity or functioning
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This might prompt your trigeminal nerve to release neuropeptides (brain molecules) that affect your meninges (three protective layers of tissue around your brain and spinal cord), ultimately leading to pain, the Mayo Clinic explains. — Colleen Stinchcombe, SELF, "Yes, Your Workouts Could Actually Be Triggering Your Migraines," 23 June 2018 Palma’s preliminary studies indicate that Africanized honey bees produce more of these neuropeptides than other honey bees do. — Elizabeth Pennisi, Science | AAAS, "What turns bees into killer bees?," 15 June 2018 Also the chemicals that control our brain, called neuropeptides, not only trigger hunger, but also trigger anger and impulsive behaviors. — Natalie Dreier, ajc, "Is ‘hangry’ a real emotion? Scientist says yes," 7 May 2018 In the abdomens of male drosophila lie brain cells which produce a pleasure protein called neuropeptide corazonin, which triggers the release of sperm and seminal fluid. — Melissa Healy, latimes.com, "Fruit flies help explain why a male orgasm matters," 19 Apr. 2018 Using optogenetics, the scientists rigged up a system in which fruit flies flying into red light would activate that neuropeptide, effectively ejaculating. — Melissa Healy, latimes.com, "Fruit flies help explain why a male orgasm matters," 19 Apr. 2018 After a few days of having their corazonin neurons repeatedly stimulated, the flies appeared to have high levels of a protein called neuropeptide F, which spikes during rewarding situations, like eating sugar. — National Geographic, "Fruit Flies Likely Enjoy Sex, Offering Clues Into Drug Addiction," 19 Apr. 2018 This deeply hydrating cream firms and tones your facial contours, while the neuropeptides promise to encourage skin renewal. — Lauren Swanson, Allure, "Dermstore Is Having a Secret Sale That You Need to Know About," 13 Apr. 2018 Packed with neuropeptides that restore suppleness and fullness, the anti-aging lip treatment comes in a natural rosy tint that is perfect for the beach or the office. — Star-telegram, star-telegram.com, "Lotions of Refuge: Protect yourself from harmful UV rays with hair, face and body products," 5 July 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'neuropeptide.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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