Methods in Neuronal Modeling - 2nd Edition: From Ions to Networks (Computational Neuroscience) Review

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(More customer reviews)Great book for the theorist and experimentalist! I used the section on Epilepsy and the Neural Code for a grant I wrote. This book is a great reference and time spent reading it is very well rewarded. I bought the 1st & 2nd editions which are very different. Both editions are worth buying if one is involved with computer modeling, computation, mathematics, and plain old fashion recording neurophysiology.

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Much research focuses on the question of how information is processed innervous systems, from the level of individual ionic channels to large-scale neuronalnetworks, and from "simple" animals such as sea slugs and flies to cats andprimates. New interdisciplinary methodologies combine a bottom-up experimentalmethodology with the more top-down-driven computational and modeling approach. Thisbook serves as a handbook of computational methods and techniques for modeling thefunctional properties of single and groups of nerve cells.The contributors highlightseveral key trends: (1) the tightening link between analytical/numerical models andthe associated experimental data, (2) the broadening of modeling methods, at boththe subcellular level and the level of large neuronal networks that incorporate realbiophysical properties of neurons as well as the statistical properties of spiketrains, and (3) the organization of the data gained by physical emulation of thenervous system components through the use of very large scale circuit integration(VLSI) technology.The field of neuroscience has grown dramatically since the firstedition of this book was published nine years ago. Half of the chapters of thesecond edition are completely new; the remaining ones have all been thoroughlyrevised. Many chapters provide an opportunity for interactive tutorials andsimulation programs. They can be accessed via Christof Koch's Website.Contributors :Larry F. Abbott, Paul R. Adams, Hagai Agmon-Snir, James M. Bower, Robert E. Burke,Erik de Schutter, Alain Destexhe, Rodney Douglas, Bard Ermentrout, FabrizioGabbiani, David Hansel, Michael Hines, Christof Koch, Misha Mahowald, Zachary F.Mainen, Eve Marder, Michael V. Mascagni, Alexander D. Protopapas, Wilfrid Rall, JohnRinzel, Idan Segev, Terrence J. Sejnowski, Shihab Shamma, Arthur S. Sherman, PaulSmolen, Haim Sompolinsky, Michael Vanier, Walter M. Yamada.

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Gateway to Memory: An Introduction to Neural Network Modeling of the Hippocampus and Learning (Issues in Clinical and Cognitive Neuropsychology) Review

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(More customer reviews)To those students, mostly at the undergraduate level, that are not applied mathematic specialists and have looked for an easy to understand, well written, introduction to Neural Networks in learning processes; this is a must-have book. "Gateway..." is an excellent read, targeted to readers from a wide scope of backgrounds, from Biologists to Computer Science Majors through Medical Sciences.
Although leaning a bit too heavily on the conceptual view of the subject, the book introduces the reader gradually to what a Neural Network is, what a computer model is and how it works.
Two basic tools are of special interest to the reader. First, the beginning half of the book gives a general, yet very complete, introduction of the concepts, history and theory to be used. Second, for those with a little more interest in the mathematics there's a good number of "Math Boxes" delving into the details of the subject(s).
The effect of these tools is that, by the time you reach into the core matter of how neural networks models are constructed and worked in the field of Hippocampal memory, the reader suddenly finds his/herself well-familiarized with the theory. A comfortable, gradual, learning process has taken place without any discomfort (and in less time than you would think!).

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This book is for students and researchers who have a specific interest inlearning and memory and want to understand how computational models can beintegrated into experimental research on the hippocampus and learning. It emphasizesthe function of brain structures as they give rise to behavior, rather than themolecular or neuronal details. It also emphasizes the process of modeling, ratherthan the mathematical details of the models themselves.The book is divided into twoparts. The first part provides a tutorial introduction to topics in neuroscience,the psychology of learning and memory, and the theory of neural network models. Thesecond part, the core of the book, reviews computational models of how thehippocampus cooperates with other brain structures--including the entorhinal cortex,basal forebrain, cerebellum, and primary sensory and motor cortices--to supportlearning and memory in both animals and humans. The book assumes no prior knowledgeof computational modeling or mathematics. For those who wish to delve more deeplyinto the formal details of the models, there are optional "mathboxes" andappendices. The book also includes extensive references and suggestions for furtherreadings.

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Modeling With NLP Review

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(More customer reviews)I ordered this book last year and have read it many times over. Robert succeeds in s-p-e-l-l-i-n-g out not only how to model, but how to detect patterns and replicate them. Patterns both cognitive and/or physical. He provides a framework upon which to organize all of your resources (NLP and otherwise) to get exactly what you want. What if you looked at the world in a way that everything around you was yours for the *learning* such as things which we label as 'talents', 'athletic skill', or even 'IQ'? What if everyone is truly an example of excellence, and you had the key to replicate that excellence?
I recently went to Rex Sikes' outstanding Master Prac / Modelling Seminar. This book is a welcome addition to the material presented by Rex. For those who haven't signed up for his seminar yet, this is the best book on modelling I've found.
Through modelling, the world is your oyster.

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The process of modeling to be explored in this book is based upon the principles and distinctions of Neuro-Linguistic Progamming - NLP. NLP is a behavioral science that provides: 1. An Epostemology - a system of knowledge and values2. A Methodology - Processes and procedures for applying knowledge and values. 3. A Technology - Tools to aid in the application of knowledge and values.

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In a Reading State of Mind: Brain Research, Teacher Modeling, and Comprehension Instruction Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm a reading specialist and I have read MANY books on comprehension. This book thoroughly explains how students learn and how teacher need to teach in order for the comprehension connection to take place. Amazingly insightful book. I recommend it to all teachers.

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Educators agree that teacher modeling is a key component of good instruction but how do you model reading comprehension? What s the best way to present new information so your students can convert it to working knowledge and usable skills?
This book DVD combination seamlessly blends current research about the brain and learning with classroom examples to show you how instructional modeling can lead to increased engagement and literacy learning. You ll learn what happens in the brain as a person reads and how to model your own thinking effectively. You also will meet a number of middle- and secondary-grade teachers who use modeling to help their students understand complex ideas. Chapters explore ways you can model comprehension and word solving strategies, as well as how to use text structures and text features to learn and retain information.
The included DVD gives you an opportunity to see teacher modeling in action in real classrooms, and the final chapter in the book serves as a professional development guide with discussion questions that correspond to segments of the DVD.
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