Hibernating for Deep Spaceflight with Ryan Sprenger
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Hibernation: Bridging Biology and Space Travel
This chapter examines the physiological aspects of hibernation in animals and explores implications for human applications, especially in the context of deep space travel. It addresses the metabolic changes during hibernation, challenges related to muscle degradation in microgravity, and innovative approaches to induce a torpid state for long-duration missions. The conversation light-heartedly speculates on the possibilities of hibernating bears in space while acknowledging the serious scientific considerations necessary for human survival beyond low Earth orbit.
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