Immersive 3D simulation of secondary active transport of glucose and sodium in the kidney nephron for the CAVE2TM

Mary Kynn; Nicole Reinke; Ann L Parkinson

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Immersive 3D simulation of secondary active transport of glucose and sodium in the kidney nephron for the CAVE2TM

Mary Kynn, Nicole Reinke and Ann L Parkinson

University of the Sunshine Coast

2017

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interactive digital animation

cell biology

sodium

glucose

cell membrane

molecules

transport

A 3D experience in the CAVE2 TM facility to demonstrate the structure and function of parts of the cell membrane within the context of the organ process. This simulation demonstrates the function of the sodium-glucose linked transporter (SGLT) located in proximal tubule cells of the nephron, inside the kidney. The experience takes the user from the macro scale of the kidney, down to the nano scale of the molecules, demonstrating how glucose molecules are reabsorbed and the role of the sodium/potassium pump in creating the sodium ion concentration gradient that drives the process. Used as a teaching resource in LFS112 Human Physiology and LFS202 Systemic Physiology II, and an engagement resource in open days and public tours of the CAVE2TM facility. The creators were the recipients of a USC Advance Award (2017) for excellence in teaching in the blended learning environment and the work has been showcased at numerous international and domestic conferences. The work is funded through a competitive Commissioned Learning and Teaching Grant at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

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Title: Immersive 3D simulation of secondary active transport of glucose and sodium in the kidney nephron for the CAVE2TM
Authors: Mary Kynn (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Nicole Reinke (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Ann L Parkinson (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Format: Virtual reality 3D experience using the CAVE2TM.; Experience is a 5-10 minute guided tour of the 3D simulation in the USC CAVE2 facility.
Publisher: University of the Sunshine Coast
Date published: 2017
Organisation Unit: School of Health - Biomedicine; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99451342802621
Output Type: New media

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