This research investigates how a natural compound found in plants called trans-2-hexenal affects the genes of a dangerous fungus that kills bats. The compound appears to work by turning off genes that help the fungus cause disease, suggesting it could be used to help protect bats from white-nose syndrome. Impact on everyday life: • Could help preserve bat populations that naturally control crop-destroying insects • Demonstrates potential for using safe, natural plant compounds to fight diseases • May lead to new environmentally-friendly methods for controlling harmful fungi • Could help reduce agricultural losses by protecting important pest-controlling bat species • Shows promise for wildlife conservation efforts using natural compounds