cell recording techniques

Cell recording techniques involve measuring the electrical activity of neurons to understand how they communicate. Scientists use tiny electrodes to detect electrical signals generated when neurons fire, or send messages. These recordings can be made from individual cells or groups of cells in living tissue or brain slices. Techniques like patch-clamp recording allow detailed study of ion channels and cell behavior, while extracellular recordings monitor neurons firing in networks. These methods help researchers explore how brains process information, how neurons function, and how neural circuits work in health and disease.