English
español
française
italiano
deutsche
日本語
polski
česky
svenska
Türkçe
Nederlands
"Neural" vs. "neurological": exploring the connection and distinction
Reviewed and edited by 
Lloyd Cooper 23/11/2024, 10:16
Lloyd Cooper 23/11/2024, 10:16English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "neurological" and "neural" pertain to the nervous system or nerves. They are often used in contexts related to neuroscience, medicine, and the study of the brain and nervous system.
What is different?
"Neurological" is typically used to describe conditions, processes, or specialties that are directly related to the nervous system and its diseases. It is more often associated with medical contexts such as neurological exams or disorders. "Neural", on the other hand, is a broader term that can refer to anything related to nerves or the nervous system, including biological, computational, and developmental contexts. "Neural" might be used in phrases like neural networks in both biological and artificial intelligence domains.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Neurological- The patient was referred to a specialist for a neurological examination.
- Neurological disorders can affect various functions such as movement and cognition.
- She conducted neurological research to study the effects of the disease on the central nervous system.
- Neural networks are used in artificial intelligence to mimic brain processes.
- The study focused on the role of neural connections in learning.
- Scientists are examining neural activity patterns in response to different stimuli.
Difference
