Spike Timing (Mechanisms and Function)

Neuronal communication forms the basis for all behavior, from movement to thought processes. Among the many mechanisms that support these functions, spike timing is among the most powerful. This volume examines the function of spike timing in sensory, motor, and integrative processes. The first section of the book describes the foundation for quantitative analysis and theory. It examines the information contained in spike timing, how it can be quantified, and how neural systems can extract it. The second section explores how input-output relationships are reflected in spike timing across a range of sensory systems.