Bat1K

Bat1K is an international scientific consortium launched in 2017 with the mission of sequencing the genomes of all living bat species- approximately 1,450 - to produce high-quality, chromosome-level assemblies. This large-scale effort aims to uncover the genetic basis of bats' unique adaptations, including powered flight, echolocation, extraordinary longevity, and robust immune responses. The project also provides crucial data for evolutionary studies, conservation strategies, and biomedical research.

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