Amy’s Profession Was Inspired by Mayim Bialik
When Amy Farrah Fowler was introduced on “The Big Bang Theory” at the end of season three, her profession was yet to be revealed. By the beginning of season four, they announced that she was a neuroscientist. The writers felt this would be the best profession, as Mayim Bialik herself has a Ph.D. in neuroscience and could correct any inaccuracies.