Respiration Calorimeters for Studying the Respiratory Exchange and Energy Transformations of Man

"Respiration Calorimeters for Studying the Respiratory Exchange and Energy Transformations of Man" by Francis Gano Benedict is a scientific exploration of the tools used to study human metabolism. The publication details the construction and usage of respiration calorimeters, which measure how the body exchanges gases and transforms energy. It discusses the need for specialized equipment, highlighting the establishment of a dedicated laboratory for this research. The publication outlines acknowledgment to early contributors and then introduces key elements of, and aims of the study, setting the stage for an exploration of nutritional science, aiming for high precision in calorimetric and respiratory research methodologies.