Those familiar with the process of laying a masonry foundation know the importance of the cornerstone. All other stones will be set in reference to the placement of this stone, thus determining the position of the entire structure.

Throughout his college career, Evan Monson has done genetic research to answer fundamental scientific questions. But when he heard of an opportunity to work on curing human diseases in a setting that mimics a start-up drug company, he knew that was how he wanted to spend his senior year.

A study led by BYU biologist and bear expert Tom S. Smith found that firing a gun is no more effective in keeping people from injury or death during bear attacks than not using a firearm.