Introduction to Bioelectricity
Study bioelectrical systems through neural circuits and prosthetic applications, blending engineering principles with human physiology.
Study bioelectrical systems through neural circuits and prosthetic applications, blending engineering principles with human physiology.
This comprehensive course explores the fundamentals of bioelectricity in mammalian nervous systems. Students learn about electrical signals in biological systems, from single cells to entire tissues. The course covers essential mathematical models including the Nernst equation, Goldman equation, and Hodgkin-Huxley Model. Practical applications extend to designing bioelectric recording devices for prosthetic control. Combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on applications, students gain expertise in analyzing and understanding bioelectrical systems in the context of human physiology.
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What you'll learn
Master the fundamentals of bioelectricity in mammalian nervous systems
Analyze passive and active electrical signals in cellular communication
Apply mathematical models to understand bioelectric phenomena
Design wireless bioelectric recording devices for prosthetic control
Understand applications in treating neurological disorders
Develop expertise in numerical methods for bioelectric analysis
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There are 15 modules in this course
This course offers a thorough exploration of bioelectricity in biological systems, focusing on the mammalian nervous system. Students learn about neural circuits, membrane potentials, and chemical signaling, while mastering mathematical models crucial for understanding bioelectric phenomena. The curriculum integrates fundamental theory with practical applications, including bioelectric prosthesis control and treatment approaches for neurological conditions.
Introduction to the Nervous System
Module 1 · 2 Weeks to complete
Introduction to the Nervous System
Module 2 · 2 Weeks to complete
Chemical Signaling
Module 3 · 3 Weeks to complete
Chemical Signaling
Module 4 · 3 Weeks to complete
Chemical Signaling
Module 5 · 3 Weeks to complete
Models of Conductors
Module 6 · 2 Weeks to complete
Models of Conductors
Module 7 · 2 Weeks to complete
Hodgkin-Huxley
Module 8 · 3 Weeks to complete
Hodgkin-Huxley
Module 9 · 3 Weeks to complete
Hodgkin-Huxley
Module 10 · 3 Weeks to complete
Numerical Methods
Module 11 · 2 Weeks to complete
Numerical Methods
Module 12 · 2 Weeks to complete
Applications of Bioelectricity
Module 13 · 3 Weeks to complete
Applications of Bioelectricity
Module 14 · 3 Weeks to complete
Applications of Bioelectricity
Module 15 · 3 Weeks to complete
Instructors
Pioneering Neuroengineering Innovations in Medical Device Technology
Dr. Pedro Irazoqui is a distinguished biomedical engineer who currently leads the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering, following an impressive career at Purdue University where he founded the Center for Implantable Devices. His academic journey includes B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire and a Ph.D. in Neuroengineering from UCLA, where he specialized in wireless neural recording devices. His groundbreaking research focuses on developing wireless implantable devices for treating various conditions including epilepsy, depression, and glaucoma, with particular emphasis on preventing Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy and creating innovative solutions for glaucoma treatment through special contact lenses and eyeglasses. As an entrepreneur, he co-founded Bionode, LLC as CTO and serves as CSO of Neurava, LLC, commercializing his medical technologies. His exceptional contributions to the field have earned him numerous accolades, including the Showalter Faculty Scholar award, Purdue University Faculty Scholar recognition, and multiple Excellence in Research Awards, while his role as Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering since 2006 allows him to continue shaping the future of biomedical engineering through both research and leadership.
Innovative Biomedical Engineer Advancing Wireless Medical Sensors and STEM Education
Dr. Rebecca Bercich serves as an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, bringing expertise in mechatronics, measurement systems, and materials engineering following her comprehensive education at Purdue University, where she earned her BS, MS, and PhD in Biomedical Engineering. Her innovative doctoral research revolutionized the field of implantable medical devices by developing wirelessly powered sensors capable of recording and stimulating bioelectric activity, with applications in understanding neuromuscular diseases and disorders. Her current work encompasses diverse areas including biosensors, atmospheric water harvesting, and biological markers of neuropathic pain, while her teaching excellence has been recognized through awards such as the Teaching Academy Graduate Teaching Award at Purdue. As both a researcher and educator, she has made significant contributions to scientific literature through publications in prestigious journals and actively promotes STEM education through her involvement in Women in Engineering programs, demonstrating her commitment to advancing both technology and future generations of engineers.
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