is a widely acclaimed neuroscience textbook that bridges the gap between individual cellular mechanisms and the complex emergent functions of the brain. First published over 40 years ago by Stephen Kuffler and John G. Nicholls , the book is designed to be a highly readable "story" of scientific discovery rather than a standard encyclopedia of facts. Quick Facts Current Edition: 6th Edition (2021).
A hallmark of the book is its focus on the history of experimental research . It follows specific lines of inquiry from the inception of an idea to modern-day findings in laboratories and clinics, primarily utilizing electrical recordings and molecular biological techniques . Signaling and Communication
Students in undergraduate, graduate, and medical school neuroscience courses, as well as general readers interested in the nervous system. Core Themes From Single Cells to Perception
