Nick Lane
Academic professor, biochemist, and best-selling author of books on evolutionary biochemistry.
Nick Lane is an esteemed professor of Evolutionary Biochemistry at University College London's Department of Genetics, Evolution, and Environment.
Professor Lane has pioneered research on how energy flow has impacted evolution over the past 4 billion years, implementing a combination of theoretical and experimental work to unravel the birth of life, the development of complex cells, and peculiar features such as sex.
He was one of the founding members of UCL's Consortium for Mitochondrial Research, as well as Co-Director of UCL Centre for Life's Origin and Evolution (CLOE).
In recognition of his tremendous contribution to molecular life sciences, he was awarded the 2009 UCL Provost’s Venture Research Prize, 2011 BMC Research Award for Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics and Evolution, 2015 Biochemical Society Award as well as 2016's prestigious Royal Society Michael Faraday Prize and Lecture —the UK’s premier accolade celebrating excellence in science communication.
Professor Nick Lane is the acclaimed author of five books on evolutionary biochemistry and has released more than a hundred peer-reviewed papers in leading international journals.
His work has earned him fellowship status at all three esteemed organizations: the Linnean Society, the Royal Society of Biology, and the Biochemical Society.
Book written by Nick Lane
Power, Sex, Suicide
Mitochondria and the Meaning of Life
Dec 01, 2005 | 368 PagesWithout the humble mitochondria, humans would still be nothing more than single-celled bacteria. These incredible structures are vital for so many different aspects of life; from sculpting embryonic shape to cell suicide and even sexual reproduction. The wonders don't stop there though - mitochondria are also connected to menopause and aging...Learn more about Power, Sex, Suicide
Topics discussed by Nick Lane
Topics discussed by Nick Lane in books and podcast appearances.
Mitochondria
Essential for the health and well-being of our cells! Mitochondria are organelles in the cells of most eukaryotic organisms. They range in size from 0.5 to 1.0 micrometers and are typically spherical or...
Aging
Slow down the process...and age gracefully! Aging is inevitable. Everyone will face it sooner or later. There are, however, things that can be done to slow the aging process and keep one's body...
Menopause
Get the menopause conversation started! Menopause is a biological process that all women go through as they age. It is the time in a woman's life when her ovaries stop producing eggs and...
Sex
The truth about sex... The physical benefits of sexual activity are well-known. It can help reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and increase overall feelings of happiness...
Longevity
I want to live forever! Longevity refers to the length of time a particular species can live and produce offspring. In humans, longevity is often measured by life...
DNA
Your DNA is the code that makes up your genetic information! DNA is a nucleic acid that contains the genetic instructions used in the development and functioning of all known living organisms and many viruses....