Physics of Nerves and Excitatory Membranes

Physics of Nerves and Excitatory Membranes, 1st Edition, is a reference work examining the physical foundation of nerve signal conduction and biological membrane dynamics. The volume outlines quantitative physical principles to explain cellular excitation across molecular and macroscopic scales.

The material synthesizes traditional bioelectric concepts, covering cable theory, voltage gating, the Hodgkin-Huxley model, and protein ion channels. The scope then broadens to encompass physical membrane dynamics, evaluating the mechanical, caloric, and optical properties of nerve cell membranes. Additional coverage details membrane melting processes, phase behavior, structural domains, and lipid rafts.

A defining element is the presentation of an electromechanical theory of pulse propagation that directly addresses physical effects observed during general anesthesia. This focus offers researchers a physical perspective on nerve impulse transmission beyond purely electrical circuit analogies.