Using the Patch-Clamp technique to shed light on ion channels structure, function and pharmacology

Ion channels are membrane proteins that selectively allow ions to flow down their electrochemical gradient across the cellular membrane. They localize in both plasma and intracellular membranes and regulate a variety of functions such as neuronal excitability, heartbeat, muscle contraction and hormo...

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Main Author: Gualdani, Roberta (auth)
Format: Electronic Book Chapter
Language:English
Published: Florence Firenze University Press 2013
Series:Premio Tesi di Dottorato 35
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