Cynthia Beall
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anthropology, high-altitude populations, Editor of Evolution, Medicine, and Public Health
Cleveland OH
Joined February 2010
Coping with extreme heat: current exposure and implications for the future. Some of us regularly spend time above 106 F (41 C). How can we adapt to even hotter conditions? @isemph @BiologicalAnth @HumBioAssoc .(
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Abstract. A preview of how effective behavioral, biological and technological responses might be in the future, when outdoor conditions will be at least 2°
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A new perspective on tumor progression - selection for function @isemph @BiologicalAnth @HumBioAssoc @sse_evolution.
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ABSTRACT. Tumorigenesis is commonly attributed to Darwinian processes involving natural selection among cells and groups of cells. However, progressing tum
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Interesting review of the "how" of the developmental origins of renal and vascular health @isemph, @BiologicalAnth, @HumBioAssoc.
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Evolution, Medicine, and Public Health are currently seeking submissions for the following virtual special issues of the journal: Exploring Eco-Evo Applicati
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Senolytics and cell senescence: historical and evolutionary perspectives.Caleb E Finch.Evolution, Medicine, and Public Health, Volume 12, Issue 1, 2024, Pages 82–85,
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Abstract. Senolytics are a new class of anti-aging drugs developed to selectively kill ‘senescent’ cells that are considered harmful in normal aging. More
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Comparative primates genomics on a massive scale have implications for human health. @ISEMPH @GeneticsSociety @BiologicalAnth @HumBioAssoc.
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Abstract. Improving the diversity and quality of genome assemblies for non-human mammals has been a long-standing goal of comparative genomics. The last ye
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The Uncontrollable Mortality Risk Hypothesis argues that those more likely to die due to uncontrollable factors should be less motivated to look after their health. @ISEMPH @ReadDemography @BiologicalAnth.
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Abstract. The ‘Uncontrollable Mortality Risk Hypothesis’ employs a behavioural ecological model of human health behaviours to explain the presence of socia
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Free-ranging chimpanzees age slower that captives. @ISEMPH @BiologicalAnth.
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AbstractBackground and objectives. Lifestyle has widespread effects on human health and aging. Prior results from chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes), one of hum
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Great meetings and a wonderful chance to present your work to an audience of leaders in evolution, medicine, and public health.
ISEMPH 2024 in Durham is shaping up to be an excellent event - and if you want to present a poster, your last chance to submit an abstract is approaching fast! Please do so by May 15th at
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How and why we cough when water goes down the wrong way. Sentinels of the airways SCIENCE.DOI: 10.1126/science.ado9995.
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Comparative genomics on a massive scale reveal implications for human health
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Abstract. Improving the diversity and quality of genome assemblies for non-human mammals has been a long-standing goal of comparative genomics. The last ye
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DNA says you’re related to a Viking, a medieval German Jew or a 1700s enslaved African? What a genetic match really means via @ConversationUS.
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Genealogical and genetic ancestors aren’t the same thing. A DNA match − or a lack of one − may not tell you what you imagine it does about your family tree.
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Wells and colleagues propose a model to explain the association of birthweight with NCD risk: . Reconsidering the developmental origins of adult disease paradigm
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Abstract. In uncomplicated pregnancies, birthweight is inversely associated with adult non-communicable disease (NCD) risk. One proposed mechanism is mater
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New dimension to understanding the evolution of reproduction: Host–gut microbiota interactions during pregnancy
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Abstract. Mammalian pregnancy is characterized by a well-known suite of physiological changes that support fetal growth and development, thereby positively
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Wells et al argue that selection on viable vaginal delivery played an over-arching role in shaping the association of birthweight with non-communicable adult disease risk. Reconsidering the developmental origins of adult disease paradigm
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Abstract. In uncomplicated pregnancies, birthweight is inversely associated with adult non-communicable disease (NCD) risk. One proposed mechanism is mater
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Host–gut microbiota interactions during pregnancy
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Abstract. Mammalian pregnancy is characterized by a well-known suite of physiological changes that support fetal growth and development, thereby positively
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Why we like desserts. Separate gut-brain circuits for fat and sugar reinforcement combine to promote overeating: Cell Metabolism
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McDougle et al. unveil gut-brain circuits for sugar and fat consumption. Separate chemosensory vagal neurons respond to either post-ingestive fat or sugar and engage distinct but parallel downstream...
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Plants sequester iron, too. How plants iron out the competing interests of growth and defence @ISEMPH @HumBioAssoc @BiologicalAnth.
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Host–gut microbiota interactions during pregnancy
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