Neuronal Excitability

1 credits · Graduate

The electric excitability of neurons is mediated by ion channels. First, we will give an overview of the human ion channel set and discuss the basic structure and functions of ion channels. We will show how the function of ion channels is measured and analyzed. We will analyze the 3D crystal structures of a few ion channels in greater detail. In the second week we will focus on the basic electrical properties of cell membranes, neuronal excitability, and action potentials.