Biomagnetic neurosensors. 2. Magnetically stimulated sensors |
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Authors: | DR Coon CW Babb GA Rechnitz |
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Affiliation: | Hawaii Biosensor Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, University of Hawaii, Honolulu 96822. |
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Abstract: | We report the generation of action potentials in crayfish neurons by magnetic pulses for analytical purposes. A copper wire toroid, containing a ferrite core, was placed around the nerve bundle, and square wave current pulses were sent through the wire to generate a magnetic field. The magnetic field generated an action potential in the neuron that was detected downfield by a pickup microelectrode. The biosensor was used to detect local anesthetics by monitoring the time necessary for complete blockage of the action potential. Techniques for improving the efficiency and lifetimes of neural biosensors are discussed. |
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