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SEX AND LONGEVITY
SEXUALITY, GENDER, REPRODUCTION, PARENTHOOD |
| By: |
J. M. Robine (Editor), T.B.L. Kirkwood (Editor), Michel Allard (Editor) |
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Hardback |
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£109.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
3540677402 |
| ISBN 13: |
9783540677406 |
| Publisher: |
SPRINGER-VERLAG BERLIN AND HEIDELBERG GMBH & CO. KG |
| Pub. date: |
6 November, 2000 |
| Series: |
Research and Perspectives in Longevity |
| Pages: |
152 |
| Description: |
A central concept in the evolutionary theory of senescence is the idea that ageing results from life-history trade-offs. This volume attempts to address this concept, looking at such topics as human longevity at the cost of reproductive success and gender-linked effects on longevity. |
| Synopsis: |
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. While the detrimental effects of late reproduction on infant mortality and genetic diseases have been well documented, little is known about the possible postponed detrimental effects of late parenting. |
| Illustrations: |
7 colour illustrations, 21 black & white tables, biography |
| Publication: |
Germany |
| Imprint: |
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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