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Bat Droppings Reveal Clues About the Viruses They Carry

Bats pollinate plants and control insects but also transmit diseases to humans. Researchers investigate ways to prevent viral spread.

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Microbial Tales from the Crypt

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How Do Scientists Decide a Species Has Gone Extinct?

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Infographic: An Incredible Journey

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Timeline: An Extended Battle

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Environmental RNA Reveals Heat Stress in Water Fleas

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