As winter blankets the northern hemisphere, millions of animals are safely hibernating, bracing for the arrival of spring. Species such as bats, marmots, hedgehogs, and bears enter this state of dormancy, while even those in tropical regions, like certain fruit bats and the dwarf lemur, exhibit similar behaviors. Excitingly, advancements in science have made it possible to mimic this natural process in humans, with successful applications projected by the 2050s.
Different animals hibernate at varying depths, significantly lowering their metabolism and body temperature. Notably, Arctic squirrels set the benchmark, dropping their metabolic rate by an astonishing 98% during this period of dormancy.
