Neurophysics
The interdisciplinary field applying physical principles and non-linear mathematical modeling to study nervous system function.
Governing formula
Hodgkin-Huxley Model: C_m (dV/dt) = I_ext - g_Na m³ h (V-E_Na) - g_K n⁴ (V-E_K) - g_L (V-E_L)
SI unit
Biophysical Neural Network Model
In depth
Formulates mathematical differential equations (like the Hodgkin-Huxley model) to describe ionic currents, synaptic transmission, and collective neural network firing dynamics.
Examples in the real world
Simulating neural spike train dynamics and brain functional connectivity using cable theory equations.