Dear colleagues,
We would like to announce our review paper on respiratory function and
physiology in marine mammals
For those interested, the title and abstract are cited below:
The Journal of Experimental Biology: doi: 10.1242/jeb.126870
Title:
Respiratory function and mechanics in pinnipeds and cetaceans
Authors:
A. Fahlman, M. Moore , D. Garcia-Parraga
Abstract
In this Review, we focus on the functional properties of the respiratory system
of pinnipeds and cetaceans, and briefly summarize the underlying anatomy; in
doing so, we provide an overview of what is currently known about their
respiratory physiology and mechanics. While exposure to high pressure is a
common challenge among breath-hold divers, there is large variation in
respiratory anatomy, function and capacity between species – how are these
traits adapted to allow the animals to withstand the physiological challenges
faced during dives? The ultra-deep diving feats of some marine mammals defy our
current understanding of respiratory physiology and lung mechanics. These
animals cope daily with lung compression, alveolar collapse, transient
hyperoxia and extreme hypoxia. By improving our understanding of respiratory
physiology under these conditions we will be better able to define the
physiological constraints imposed on these animals, and how these limitations
may affect the survival of marine mammals in a changing environment. Many of
the respiratory traits to survive exposure to an extreme environment may
inspire novel treatments for a variety of respiratory problems in humans.
Keywords:
Compliance, marine mammal, lung function, respiratory flow, tidal volume,
residual volume, total lung capacity, respiratory frequency, alveolar collapse
PDF available upon request to: [email protected]
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