Recent studies about hibernating animals have revealed fascinating insights into mammalian biology, including human biology and neuroscience. 

In fact, some experts say hibernation just might help us understand and treat degenerative brain diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

For more, KCBS Radio news anchor Liz Saint John spoke with Elena Gracheva,   Associate Professor of Cellular & Molecular Physiology & Neuroscience at Yale School of Medicine.