Adjective
neurotrophic (comparative more neurotrophic, superlative most neurotrophic)
Of or relating to neurotrophy.
There is an association of the disease with brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). citation Treatment Currently there is no cure for Rett syndrome, but studies have shown that restoring MECP2 function may lead to a cure. Source: Internet
It acts as a neurotrophic factor, inducing the survival of neurons. Source: Internet