Marlene Zuk
Marlene Zuk is an evolutionary biologist at the University of Minnesota, known for her research on sexual selection and the biology of sex differences. Her work has shed light on the immune system disparities between genders, particularly the advantages women may have due to their genetic makeup. Zuk's contributions to the understanding of female health and longevity have been significant, highlighting the complexities of biological differences and their implications for overall health and well-being.
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Marlene Zuk is a professor of ecology, evolution, and behavior at the University of Minnesota.
Mito ou desculpa para homens dramáticos? Especialistas explicam a 'gripe masculina'
Brazil· 2025-09-05
Professor Marlene Zuk suggests that biological differences may have evolved as a trade-off prioritizing reproduction over longevity.
Er «manflu» ekte? Ja, mener svensk lege
Norway· 2025-09-04
Marlene Zuk is a Regents Professor and evolutionary biologist at the University of Minnesota in St. Paul.
The hidden physical powers that help women outlive men
United States· 2025-07-08
Marlene Zuk is an evolutionary biologist at the University of Minnesota who has written about the differences in immune systems between sexes.
Four ways women are physically stronger than men
New Zealand· 2025-06-05
Marlene Zuk is an evolutionary biologist at the University of Minnesota who has written about the health disparities between sexes.
Four ways women are physically stronger than men
Australia· 2025-06-01