a neuroexcitatory compound used in research to destroy brain tissue in experimental animals .
KAINIC ACID: "Kainic Acid is a neuro-excitatory compound derived from the red seaweed."
Cite this page: N., Sam M.S., "KAINIC ACID," in PsychologyDictionary.org, May 11, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/kainic-acid/ (accessed July 3, 2022).
