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Sex and Longevity: Sexuality, Gender, Reproduction, Parenthood
. Ed(S): Robine, J. M.; Kirkwood, T.B.L.; Allard, Michel
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Paperback. Editor(s): Robine, J. M.; Kirkwood, T.B.L.; Allard, Michel. Series: Research and Perspectives in Longevity. Num Pages: 142 pages, 7 colour illustrations, 21 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MJG; MJS; MJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 247.
A central concept in the evolutionary theory of senescence is the idea that ageing results from life-history trade-offs. In particular, the disposable soma theory suggests that longevity is determined through the setting of longevity assurance mechanisms so as to provide an optimal compromise between investments in somatic maintenance (including stress resistance) and in reproduction. Comparative studies among mammalian species confirm that cells from long-lived species appear to have a greater intrinsic capacity to withstand stresses than cells from short-lived species. Childbearing at older ages has become increasingly common in modern societies because of demographic changes, medical progress and personal choice. ... Read more
A central concept in the evolutionary theory of senescence is the idea that ageing results from life-history trade-offs. In particular, the disposable soma theory suggests that longevity is determined through the setting of longevity assurance mechanisms so as to provide an optimal compromise between investments in somatic maintenance (including stress resistance) and in reproduction. Comparative studies among mammalian species confirm that cells from long-lived species appear to have a greater intrinsic capacity to withstand stresses than cells from short-lived species. Childbearing at older ages has become increasingly common in modern societies because of demographic changes, medical progress and personal choice. ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
142
Condition
New
Series
Research and Perspectives in Longevity
Number of Pages
142
Place of Publication
Berlin, Germany
ISBN
9783642640261
SKU
V9783642640261
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