Auxology
Auxology
Auxology (pronounced: /ɔːkˈsɒlədʒi/) is a multidisciplinary science that involves the study of the rules of human growth and development. The term is derived from the Greek words "auxein" which means "to grow" and "logos" which means "study".
Auxology is a branch of Human biology and is closely related to Pediatrics, Endocrinology, and Anthropology. It is a field that is concerned with the physical and psychological development of humans from conception to maturity.
History
The study of human growth, or Auxology, has been a subject of interest since ancient times. However, it was not until the 20th century that it became a recognized scientific discipline. The term "Auxology" was first used in the 1950s by the German scientist, J. Tanner, to describe the study of human growth and development.
Scope
Auxology encompasses a wide range of topics including the study of Genetics, Nutrition, Environmental factors, and Socioeconomic factors that influence human growth and development. It also includes the study of diseases and conditions that affect growth such as Growth hormone deficiency, Turner syndrome, and Down syndrome.
Related Terms
- Growth hormone: A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration in humans and other animals.
- Developmental biology: The study of the process by which animals and plants grow and develop.
- Pediatric endocrinology: A medical subspecialty dealing with disorders of the endocrine glands, such as variations of physical growth and sexual development in childhood.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Auxology
- Wikipedia's article - Auxology
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