Electrophysiology

Electrophysiology is a crucial branch of physiology that studies the electrical properties of biological cells and tissues, playing a vital role in understanding how our bodies function at a cellular level. Coursera's Electrophysiology catalogue teaches you the fundamental principles of measuring voltage changes and electric currents in various biological systems, from single ion channels to entire organs like the heart. You'll learn to perform techniques such as patch-clamp recording, intracellular recording, and electroencephalography, analyze action potentials in neurons, and interpret large-scale electrical signals from the nervous system. Mastering electrophysiology empowers you to contribute to groundbreaking research in neuroscience, cardiology, and other medical fields, opening doors to careers in biomedical research, pharmaceutical development, and clinical diagnostics.