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Immersive 3D simulation of the action potential in a neuron for the CAVE2TM
University of the Sunshine Coast
2018
Abstract
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 conceptual firing of a neuron cell and how this is process is driven by sodium and potassium transport through voltage gated ion channels. The experience takes the user from the macro scale of the neuron, down to the nano scale of molecules and stylised action potential. Used as a teaching resource in LFS201 Systemic Physiology I and engagement resource in open days and public tours of the CAVE2TM facility.
Details
- Title
- Immersive 3D simulation of the action potential in a neuron for the CAVE2TM
- Authors
- Mary Kynn (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and EngineeringNicole Reinke (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and EngineeringAnn L Parkinson (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
- Additional notes
- 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.
- 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
- 2018
- Organisation Unit
- School of Health - Biomedicine; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99451236002621
- Output Type
- New media
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