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Hibernating for Deep Spaceflight with Ryan Sprenger

StarTalk Radio

CHAPTER

Hibernation: Nature's Sleep and Space Exploration

This chapter dives into the biological intricacies of hibernation, contrasting it with human sleep and metabolism. It explores the potential for inducing hibernation-like states in humans for deep space travel, addressing challenges such as muscle atrophy and oxygen supply. The discussion also highlights the adaptations of various hibernating species and their implications for future space missions.

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