"Bats: Unveiling the Secrets of Cancer Resistance and Pandemic Prevention"
Bats, known for their ability to tolerate viruses and live long lives, possess over 50 unique genes that may make them immune to tumors. Researchers hope that by studying bats' immune systems, they can develop ways to prevent and treat cancer in humans. The study also found genetic adaptations in cancer-related proteins and DNA repair proteins in bats. Understanding these genes could lead to the development of therapeutics that prevent or cure human diseases, including cancer and viral infections like Covid-19.