Definitions

1. noun

A potent toxin extracted from the ergot fungus, produced by the fungus Claviceps purpurea, often used in research to study neurodegenerative diseases and their effects on the brain.

“The scientists used ergotoxin in their experiments to understand the progression of Parkinson’s disease.”

2. verb

To cause or induce a neurodegenerative disease or condition in an organism by administering ergotoxin, often used in research settings.

“The researchers ergotoxin the mice to observe the effects of the toxin on their brain activity.”