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Energy-Saving Tip: Walk Like a Human.

Authors :
Gibbons, Ann
Source :
Science Now. 5/15/2008, Vol. 2008 Issue 719, p1-1. 1p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article discusses a study conducted by Jandy Hanna which examines the metabolic costs of climbing and walking activities of different species of primates. As part of the research work, Hanna tested five species of primates in different physical sizes at the Duke University Lemur Center in Durham, North Carolina as well as at the Center for Neotropical Primate Research and Resources in Mobile, Alabama. Information about the results of the said study has been discussed.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
19478062
Volume :
2008
Issue :
719
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Science Now
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
32184701