General and Comparative Endocrinology

Integrative & Comparative Endocrinology takes a holistic approach to endocrinology, introducing students to the diverse facets of this interdisciplinary science ranging from the medical to comparative domains, while also exploring evolutionary, environmental, and conservation specializations within the field. The textbook is founded on the principle that students interested in the health sciences will benefit from understanding how proficiency in endocrine function among a diversity of organisms contributes to advances in modern medicine. Likewise, students intrigued by comparative physiology will benefit from the wealth of knowledge derived from medical/clinical endocrinology, the historical bedrock of the field. This textbook represents the modern field of endocrinology in its totality by addressing topics and recent advances not currently discussed in other introductory endocrinology textbooks.

Key Features

Introduces the broad and interdisciplinary scope of endocrinology

Provides clear chapter objectives, key concepts and summaries/synthesis for each chapter

Includes a chapter devoted to endocrine-disrupting chemicals

Describes the role played by the endocrine system on important health challenges such as obesity and diabetes.

Integrates evolutionary and comparative approaches to hormones and health