cell-attached configuration

The cell-attached configuration is a technique used in neuroscience to study the electrical activity of a single cell, such as a neuron. A tiny, sharp electrode is gently attached to the cell's membrane without piercing it. This allows scientists to record the electrical signals generated within the cell, like action potentials, while keeping the cell intact. The method helps researchers understand how individual cells communicate and process signals without disrupting their natural environment or internal structure. It's a precise way to measure cell activity while preserving cell function during experiments.