Researchers Seek to Demystify the Metabolic Magic of Sled Dogs
According to an article by the New York Times, Dr. Michael S. Davis from Oklahoma State University, was given a $1.4 million grant in 2003 by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to study the metabolic wonders in working sled dogs.
The goal of Dr. Davis' project is to use the information gained from sled dog study - and use it to further advance human combat soldier's ability to resist fatigue on the battlefield.
Texas A&M researchers are also teaming up with Dr. Davis along with a $300,000 Darpa grant - and have been routinely traveling to Alaska for sled dog research.
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3 Responses to "Researchers Seek to Demystify the Metabolic Magic of Sled Dogs"
May 12, 2008 - 2:40pm
Wow, this is great for the sport of mushing. Glad to see its getting more national attention.
May 12, 2008 - 7:38pm
Great to see this expansion of sled dog research. It's also good to see an article about mushing in the New York Times!
May 12, 2008 - 9:09pm
Much agreed!
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