Patch Clamping: An Introductory Guide to Patch Clamp Electrophysiology is a concise introduction to the basic principles and practical applications of this important technique. Starting with a review of the history of patch clamping, the text then goes on to cover the fundamentals of the subject, platforms, equipment and environmental control. This self-contained guide provides everything a practising patch clamp electrophysiologist needs to know to master this important technique, including an overview of membrane biophysics, standard experimental design, data analysis and technical concern.