: This led to his famous "West Zones," which explain how gravity creates different regions of ventilation and perfusion within the upright lung. 2. The 1981 Everest Expedition: Life at the Limit
John B. West is often called the "summit" of respiratory physiology, not just for his academic brilliance but for literally taking his laboratory to the top of the world. His career is a rare blend of and extreme physical exploration . 1. The Radioactive Breakthrough John B. West, Respiratory physiology
Despite his high-altitude heroics, West is perhaps most beloved for his ability to simplify complex concepts. Respiration at the Limit : This led to his famous "West Zones,"