Claire. Posted May 23, 2017 #1 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Himalayan powerhouses: How Sherpas have evolved superhuman energy efficiency Sherpas have evolved to become superhuman mountain climbers, extremely efficient at producing the energy to power their bodies even when oxygen is scarce, suggests new research published today in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). The findings could help scientists develop new ways of treating hypoxia -- lack of oxygen -- in patients. A significant proportion of patients in intensive care units (ICUs) experience potentially life-threatening hypoxia, a complication associated with conditions from haemorrhage to sepsis. Read more: ScienceDaily 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
internetperson Posted May 25, 2017 #2 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I love studies like this. My current fixation is on the Massai tribe. They're simply elite humans. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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