Connectomics

Quick meaning: Connectomics is a noun meaning (neuroscience) The study of the brain in terms of wiring diagrams visualizing neural circuitry, including neurons, synapses, spines, and others.

Meaning

(neuroscience) The study of the brain in terms of wiring diagrams visualizing neural circuitry, including neurons, synapses, spines, and others.

Example Sentences

I believe it is fair to say that the connectome and the nascent field of connectomics are beginning to influence the ways many neuroscientists collect, analyze, and think about their data.

The giant fiber system provides a particular opportunity for functional connectomics because the functional contributions of elements in the pathway can so readily be assayed from its behavioral output.

Synonyms for connectomics

Depending on context, synonyms include hodology.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include connectome, connectogram, connectometry, microconnectome, connectotype, connectionism.

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