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Review on the physical growth in primates
1Japan Monkey Centre, Inuyama, Aichi, Japan.
Hormone Research
|April 29, 1998
Summary
This study re-examines primate and mammal growth curves, finding differences in weight velocity peaks. It revisits Tanner
Area of Science:
- Comparative anatomy
- Primate growth studies
- Human biology
Background:
- J.M. Tanner's 1962 conclusion on primate vs. mammal growth velocity curves.
- Primate growth data has expanded significantly over 70 years.
- Revisiting Tanner's hypothesis on phylogenetic correspondence of growth peaks.
Purpose of the Study:
- Illustrate normative weight velocity curves for monkeys, chimpanzees, and humans.
- Reconsider and evaluate Tanner's original conclusion on primate growth patterns.
- Identify areas requiring further research in primate growth dynamics.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of accumulated physical growth data for primates.
- Illustration of normative velocity (increment) curves for body weight.
- Comparative analysis of growth patterns across species.
Main Results:
- Normative weight velocity curves were generated for monkeys, chimpanzees, and humans.
- The study provides a re-evaluation of Tanner's findings on growth peaks.
- Observed patterns suggest nuances in primate growth dynamics.
Conclusions:
- Tanner's conclusion on primate growth velocity curves is reconsidered based on new data.
- The study highlights similarities and differences in weight gain patterns.
- Further interpretation is needed for specific aspects of primate growth.
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