physiologist
UK: ˌfɪziˈɒlədʒɪst | US: ˌfɪziˈɑːlədʒɪst
n. a scientist who specializes in physiology, the study of the functions and mechanisms of living organisms.
The word traces back to Greek physis (φύσις, "nature") + logos (λόγος, "study, discourse"). The suffix -ist (from Latin -ista) denotes a practitioner. Originally, "physiology" referred to the study of natural phenomena, later narrowing to biological functions. The morpheme physio- preserves its Greek root meaning "nature," while -logist reflects a scholarly focus.
The physiologist conducted experiments on muscle fatigue.
As a renowned physiologist, she published groundbreaking research on metabolism.
The conference featured a lecture by a leading animal physiologist.
His work as a plant physiologist revolutionized agricultural techniques.
Modern physiologists often collaborate with biochemists and geneticists.