BATS-IRES: Building Awareness Through Science
NSF-funded international research program hosted by the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in collaboration with the Center for Biodiversity and Endangered Species (CBES) in Vietnam.
Story of Science
Bats: sentinels of disease, stewards of ecosystems,
and storytellers of our shared health.
Why Bats, Why Vietnam?
Bats harbor more zoonotic viruses than any other mammal group.
They are simultaneously sentinels of disease and guardians of ecosystems,
pollinating fruit trees, dispersing seeds, and keeping insect populations in check.
Vietnam, home to over 120 known bat species, lies at the crossroads of tropical biodiversity and human expansion.
As cities grow and forests shrink, understanding the dynamics of bat-borne pathogens becomes critical —
not just for public health, but for sustaining the ecosystems that feed and protect us.
Zoonotic Sentinels
Bats host more zoonotic viruses than any other mammals, offering vital insight into how diseases emerge and evolve.
Ecosystem Guardians
They pollinate fruit trees, disperse seeds, and control insects — sustaining forests, farms, and food security.
Molecular Frontiers
Studying bats bridges field ecology and genomics, revealing how wildlife adapts to changing environments.
Vietnam’s Biodiversity Hotspot
Home to over 120 bat species, Vietnam lies at the crossroads of tropical biodiversity and human expansion.
One Health Perspective
Understanding bats helps protect both wildlife and people — linking ecosystem health to global health security.
Cross-Cultural Collaboration
Fieldwork in Vietnam connects U.S. and Vietnamese scientists, building shared knowledge and lasting partnerships.
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The beginners’ introductory course has one hour of coaching and an hour of
practice in the morning with an extremely nominal