Inside the science of bats, viruses, and a misunderstood pandemic link.
This Breakthrough episode examines why bats became a focus in the COVID-19 pandemic, and what scientists actually know about spillover, intermediate hosts, and bat biology. You will explore how researchers study viral transmission, bat immune systems, and human-driven environmental pressures, revealing a more nuanced picture that rewards close attention.
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