Biophysics podcasts

Gaute Einevoll talks with Tatjana Tchumatchenko about a mechanistic mathematical model of how neurons minimize energy use by deciding whether ion-channel proteins are produced locally in dendrites or in the soma. The model’s predictions agree with experimental findings.

Gaute Einevoll reflects on his academic career and explains his research in mathematical neuroscience, brain physics and neurotechnology. Anniversary solo episode in Norwegian.

Yiota Poirazi discusses dendritic processing and how detailed neuronal models help test explanations of dendritic function.

Michael Hines discusses the development of NEURON and its use in simulating biophysically detailed cells and networks.

Christof Koch discusses the physical principles behind neuronal computation, from membrane dynamics to the integration of incoming signals.

Johnjoe McFadden discusses possible quantum effects in living organisms, including sensory processes and photosynthesis. Conversation in English.