a computer simulation of experiments which may be performed on isolated frog sciatic nerve
by David Dewhurst and Stewart Cromar
An interactive, menu-driven and easy to use program, which simulates a number of experiments performed on the frog sciatic nerve preparation to illustrate some of the important properties of mixed nerves. High-resolution graphic simulations of compound nerve action potentials, derived from real experimental data, are displayed on a simulated oscilloscope screen. Experiments include;
- stimulus voltage/response relationships,
- investigation of refractory period,
- measurement of conduction velocity,
- effects of temperature and action of a local anaesthetic.
Each experiment is prefaced by introductory text, and each experiment has associated assignments. The package includes a manual, tutor's guide and student workbook.
Language Versions: English / Chinese / Serbian / Spanish
Hardware Requirements: Windows: Intel Pentium II 450MHz or faster processor (or equivalent), 128MB of RAM; Microsoft Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Server 2003
Macintosh: PowerPC G3 500MHz or faster processor, 128MB of RAM; Mac OS X
Recommended Browser Software: Windows: Internet Explorer; Macintosh: Safari or Firefox; Both: Adobe Flash Player plug-in, version 8 or higher
Target Audience: Undergraduate medical, veterinary, dentistry and biological/biomedical science students.
Price: £250 (multiuser, educational license)
ISBN 1-874758-01-8
©2008 Sheffield Bioscience Programs
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