Bats' immunity offers possibilities in fighting deadly diseases

Dơi mang bệnh nhưng không bị nhiễm bệnh

Dơi mang bệnh nhưng không bị nhiễm bệnh Source: AAP

Researchers at the CSIRO* have uncovered a unique ability in bats which allows them to carry lethal diseases but not become sick.


The discovery could help stop the spread of diseases such as Ebola, SARS and the Nipah (NEE-pah) virus in humans.


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