Diffusion Explorer

Interactive Neural Diffusion Simulator

Concept

A web-based simulation tool that visualizes why diffusion fails for long-distance neural signaling, making the <x²> = 2Dt law intuitive.

Key Features

• 3D Visualization of ion diffusion at different scales (synapse, dendrite, axon)
• Time Calculator showing how long it takes for neurotransmitters/ions to diffuse specific distances
• Comparison Tool between diffusion vs. action potential propagation speeds
• Parameter Explorer showing how temperature, viscosity, and ion size affect diffusion constant D

Installation

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/diffusion-explorer.git
cd diffusion-explorer

Usage

Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser. Use the UI controls to adjust diffusion parameters and observe real-time visualization updates.

Technologies

• library: Three.js
• Simulation: Custom diffusion algorithms
• Visualization: WebGL