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

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