Bat Superpowers
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Bats have been implicated in deadly epidemics such as COVID-19 and Ebola, yet scientists are discovering evidence that they may hold a key to a longer and healthier life. From caves in Thailand and Texas to labs around the globe, NOVA meets the scientists who are decoding the superpowers of the bat.

Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 4810

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PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines.

Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.


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Tue, Jul 8 7:00 P.M. Iceman Reborn     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 9 12:00 A.M. Iceman Reborn     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 9 8:00 A.M. Iceman Reborn     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 9 11:00 A.M. Solar System: Storm Worlds     NH Explore (11.2)
Wed, Jul 9 10:00 P.M. Dino Birds     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Jul 10 2:00 A.M. Dino Birds     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Jul 11 3:00 P.M. Dino Birds     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Jul 12 2:00 P.M. Dino Birds     NH Explore (11.2)
Sun, Jul 13 12:00 A.M. Dino Birds     NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Jul 13 5:00 A.M. Dino Birds     NH Explore (11.2)
Sun, Jul 13 8:00 P.M. Dino Birds     NH Explore (11.2)
Mon, Jul 14 12:00 A.M. Dino Birds     NH Explore (11.2)
Tue, Jul 15 7:00 P.M. Dino Birds     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 16 12:00 A.M. Dino Birds     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 16 8:00 A.M. Dino Birds     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 16 11:00 A.M. Solar System: Strange Worlds     NH Explore (11.2)


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