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Siniša Hrvatin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He is a Thomas D. and Virginia W. Cabot Career Development Professor and a core member of the Whitehead Institute. His research focuses on the fascinating biological phenomena of states of stasis and mammalian adaptations to extreme environments, particularly exploring torpor and hibernation. Hrvatin's work aims to harness these biological strategies to advance medical science, particularly as they relate to the management of conditions such as aging and tissue regeneration. His investigations delve into the mechanisms by which animals regulate their metabolic states and the cellular adaptations that enable survival during prolonged dormancy. The long-term goal of his research is to explore potential applications of these findings, with an eye towards inducing similar states of 'suspended animation' in humans.