Protonic conductor: better understanding neural resting and action potential
James W. Lee
Abstract
The newly formulated action potential equation provides biophysical insights for neuron electrophysiology, which may represent a complementary development to the classic Goldman-Hodgkin-Katz equation. The nonlinear curve of the localized protons/cations charge density in the real-time domain of an action potential spike appears as an inverse mirror image to the action potential. The biological significance of axon myelination is now elucidated as to provide protonic insulation and prevent any ions from interfering with action potential signal.
Topics & Concepts
Action (physics)NeuroscienceElectrophysiologyResting potentialIon channelAction potentialHodgkin–Huxley modelChemistryPhysicsBiophysicsBiological systemPsychologyBiologyQuantum mechanicsReceptorBiochemistryNeuroscience and Neuropharmacology ResearchNeuroscience and Neural EngineeringLipid Membrane Structure and Behavior