Kelly Drew, Alaska

Research Description

Research in the Drew lab focuses on three aspects of hibernation biology. The first involves mechanisms of intrinsic neuroprotective properties of the Arctic ground squirrel brain in the hibernating and euthermic state.

The second involves mechanisms and cognitive significance of synaptic remodeling observed during hibernation torpor and arousal. The third involves central nervous system regulation of metabolic suppression in hibernation and translating this knowledge for neurocritical care.

Dr. Drew Directs the NIH funded Center for Transformative Research in Metabolism, a Center of Excellence in Hibernation Science

Kelly Drew | Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (uaf.edu)