Basic Neurology Made Easy

This website was designed for the sole purpose of helping people understand the science of neurology a little better. Through this site I hope to empower the patient. I in no way attempt to give medical advice to anyone, rather to give them the basic knowledge to better communicate with their physician, and help them to understand what goes on within the nervous system, allowing the patient to make smarter, more educated decisions about their personal health. Any information that you gain here is well documented, and a list of references will be furnished upon request. Neurology is a fascinating science. The field is dynamic, and quickly expanding. It would make quite an interesting career path for those so inclined.

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Note that it is recommended that the uninitiated view these first seven topics first before moving on to the more complicated sections.

The Nerve Cell in General
Neuron Supporting Cells and Myelin Sheaths
The Neural Membrane and the Resting Potential
Neuron Communication: The Basics
Graded Potentials
Action Potentials
Neuron to Neuron: The Synapse

These next topics are a little more advanced, and require an understanding of the previous topics.

Voltage Clamp Analysis
Neurons as Electrical Circuits: To include the role of myelin as a capacitance modifier.
Synaptic Potentials and Basic Analytical Experiments on Defining Them
Synaptic Transmission:The quanta
Introduction to Sensory Transduction
General Sensory Modulation: Differentiating between stimuli intensities, limitations, and adaptation

A very basic introduction to select neurological disorders.

Introduction to ALS
SOD1 and Metals: Their roles in ALS
Nitric Oxide and SOD1 Mutants: Possible Roles and Interactions in ALS


Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, or recommendations. Brian B. Glodt

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