Neurons in Action 2: Tutorials and Simulations Using NEURON

by John W. Moore

Neurons in Action 2 is the second version of a unique CD-ROM-based learning tool that combines hyperlinked text with NEURON simulations of laboratory experiments in neurophysiology. Version 2 features nine new tutorials introducing new channel types, single-channel simulations, and a redesigned interface. Neurons in Action s moving graphs provide insight into nerve function that is simply not possible with conventional, static text and figure presentations. Students discover how changing parameters such a neuronal geometry, ion concentrations, ion channel densities, and degree of myelination affects the generation of action potentials, synaptic potentials, and the spread or propagation of voltages within a neuron. For instructors, minimovies of NEURON simulations are provided for use in lectures.

151 pages, Paperback

First published April 30, 2007

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John Wilson Moore earned a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Virginia in 1945.
He was Assistant Professor of Physics at the Medical College of Virginia (1946-1950), Biophysicist at the Naval Medical Research Institute (1950-1954), Associate Chief of the Laboratory of Biophysics, NINDB, NIH (1954-1961), Professor of Physiology & Pharmacology, Duke University (1961-1988), Professor of Neurobiology, Duke University (1988-1990) and Professor Emeritus of Neurobiology, Duke University (1990- )