Introduction 3. Thermo-preferendum 4. Hypothermia avoidance 4.1. Strategies to keep body
heat 4.1. 1. Specific postures 4.1. 1.1 Ball-like posture 4.1. 1.2. Basking 4.1. 2. Nest-housing …

This mini-review focuses on the effects of aging on human temperature regulation. Although
comprehensive reviews have been published on this topic (Kenney WL. Exercise and Sport …

Circadian rhythms influence most of our life activities, notably getting up and going to sleep
every day. The new edition of this book delves into the mechanisms surrounding how these …

Measurements of skin temperatures are often complicated because of the use of wired
sensors. This is so in field studies, but also holds for many laboratory conditions. This article …

The buildings sector, being a leading energy consumer, would need to lead in conservation
efforts as well. There is a growing consensus that variability in indoor conditions can be …

Regular physical activity supports healthy human functioning–. Might climate change—by
modifying the environmental determinants of human physical activity—alter exercise rates in …

Cold-induced vasodilation (CIVD) in the finger tips generally occurs 5–10 min after the start
of local cold exposure of the extremities. This phenomenon is believed to reduce the risk of …

Applying high temperature cooling concepts, ie high temperature cooling (Tsupply is 16–20°
C) HVAC systems, in the built environment allows the reduction in the use of (high quality) …

Aging is associated with a progressive decrease in thermal perception, as revealed by
increased thermal detection thresholds in the elderly. This reduction in thermosensitivity …

Undoubtedly, adjusting our thermoregulatory behavior represents the most effective
mechanism to maintain thermal homeostasis and ensure survival in the diverse thermal …