BME 213 - Nonlinear Dynamics in Electrophysiology

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

Biomedical Engineering

Description:

Electrophysiological behavior of excitable membranes and nerve fibers examined with methods of nonlinear dynamics. Phase-plane analysis of excitable membranes. Limit cycles and the oscillatory behavior of membranes. Phase resetting by external stimuli. Critical point theory and its applications to the induction of rotors in the heart. Theory of control of chaotic systems and stabilizing irregular cardiac rhythms. Initiation of propagation of waves and theory of traveling waves in a nerve fiber. Laboratory exercises based on computer simulations, with emphasis on quantitative behavior and design. Readings from original literature. Prerequisite: Biomedical Engineering 101L or 201L or equivalent. Instructor: Krassowska

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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