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Hibernation Research and Neural Protection

This chapter explores the history of research into hibernation in animals and the impact it had on neuropharmacologist Kelly Drew. It discusses her findings on the neural protection provided by hibernation and her search for chemicals that trigger hibernation. It also highlights her breakthrough in developing a drug cocktail to induce torpor without the need for sedatives or anesthetics.

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