Understanding Life: Focus on Physiology

Clare Ray (Editor), Sarah Hall (Editor), Christopher Torrens (Editor), Angela Breslin, Yousef Alqurashi, Julia Attias, Daniel Brayson, Fan Chung, Niall Hyland, Thomas Smith, Christof Schwiening, Holly Shiels, Paul D. Taylor, Mike Tipton

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    Abstract

    Aimed at undergraduates and 16-19 year-olds, this resource is an update of an earlier version and showcases some of the latest and most exciting areas of physiological research, reflecting the evolving nature of this discipline and why we study it. By continuing to develop our understanding of normal body processes, physiology can provide useful insights into how we can maintain our health on Earth and in extreme environments such as space.

    The topics covered are:
    Healthy ageing and development
    Exercise physiology
    Microbiome physiology
    Pathophysiology of asthma
    Sleep and circadian rhythms
    Life at the limits
    Space physiology
    Conservation physiology

    The booklet also includes profiles of early career physiologists working in an exciting variety of research areas; these case studies illustrate the career opportunities that are open to students who graduate with physiology or a related degree.
    Original languageEnglish
    Place of PublicationLondon
    PublisherThe Physiological Society
    Number of pages24
    Publication statusPublished - 2018

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