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This super-cooled squirrel could revolutionise emergency care - BBC

This super-cooled squirrel could revolutionise emergency care - BBC

No other mammal can survive colder body temperatures than the Arctic ground squirrel. Its chilly hibernation is inspiring new treatments for heart attacks, stroke, and brain injury.

When these nerve cells are active, the body's temperature regulation system acts to maintain a warm core body temperature for instance, preventing overcooling through shivering or avoid overheating b… [+454 chars]

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