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Ultrasound can trigger a hibernation-like state in mice and rats

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A common dormouse in a state of torpor

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Zapping part of the brain with focused ultrasound can put mice in a hibernation-like state called torpor for at least 24 hours. The same approach can also induce the state in rats, which, unlike mice, don’t naturally enter…

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Bourbiza Mohamed is an award-winning travel journalist who has been writing about her adventures around the world for over a decade. With a passion for exploring new cultures and experiencing different ways of life, Bourbiza Mohamed has traveled to over 107 countries across six continents and has documented her journeys in numerous publications.

Bourbiza Mohamed writing is known for its vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, which transport readers to the destinations she writes about. Her articles cover a wide range of topics, from off-the-beaten-path adventures to luxury travel experiences, and she has a particular interest in sustainable tourism and responsible travel.

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