The Hodgkin-Huxley Model - Understanding Neural Electrical Signals

Explore the Nobel Prize-winning Hodgkin-Huxley model in this 23-minute educational video that breaks down the fundamental equation of computational neuroscience. Learn how neurons generate electrical signals through detailed explanations of membrane voltage, action potentials, and ion channels. Understand the biophysical principles underlying neural computation, from equilibrium potentials to voltage-dependent conductance, as mathematical equations reveal the intricate mechanisms of information processing in neurons. Delve into the limitations and future outlook of this groundbreaking model, which continues to shape our understanding of neural signaling. Graduate student and researcher Artem Kirsanov from NYU Center for Neural Science and Flatiron Institute guides viewers through this complex topic with clear explanations and comprehensive coverage of the core concepts that revolutionized neuroscience.