Neuron SpikerBox

See and hear real neurons firing — live, in your classroom. The Neuron SpikerBox lets students record actual action potentials from invertebrate neurons. This is real electrophysiology — the same technique used in research labs around the world — made accessible for classrooms, homeschools, and curious minds. Key features: Records real action potentials (spikes) from cockroach leg neurons Built-in speaker — hear each spike as it fires Connects to laptops, smartphones, and tablets for visual recording via Spike Recorder software Beginner-friendly yet powerful enough for undergraduate and graduate research What's included: Neuron SpikerBox unit Recording electrode (silver wire) USB cable Cork board and pins for preparation What students learn: What a real action potential looks and sounds like How neurons encode information through firing rate Thresholds, refractory periods, and rate coding Foundation for advanced topics: neuropharmacology, sensory coding, neural adaptation Who it's for: AP Biology, anatomy, and neuroscience classrooms Undergraduate teaching labs Science fair projects Anyone who wants to experience real neuroscience, not just read about it As seen in Greg Gage's TED Talks — the tool that started the Backyard Brains movement. Pairs with cockroaches (sold separately) and the Neuropharmacology Kit for expanded experiments.