Oatstanding Genomics: BYU Research Published in Prestigious Journal
BYU professors Rick Jellen and Jeff Maughan's oat genomics research on building a pan-genome, a comprehensive map of genes found across oat varieties, has been recognized in Nature.
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A Journey Through Time: Bean Life Science Museum Unveils New Evolution Exhibit
Visitors at the Bean Life Science Museum can now walk through the Evolutionary Tree of Life, tracing the journey from prehistoric life to modern species with their own feet through the interactive new exhibit.
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Measuring Consciousness: Shedding New Light on Anesthesia in the Melonakos Lab
Working for the Melonakos Lab at BYU allows students to gain hands-on experience while helping uncover how anesthesia operates in the brain.
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Life Sciences Brings Students and Mentors Together at First-Generation Student Luncheon
Students networked with mentors and learned valuable lessons from BYU alum Todd Jarvis at the College of Life Sciences' annual First Generation Luncheon.
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Life Sciences Events
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Toggle ItemA.I. in Medicine Research OpportunityEvery Wednesday 5-7 PM, ESC N212
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Toggle ItemWilderness and Wildlife Study Abroad Spring 2026 (Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji)December 1st, 2025
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Toggle ItemNeuroscience Journal CHIASM SubmissionsSubmissions Due December 1st
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Toggle ItemTitle IX Cookies, Cocoa, and ConsentThursday, December 4 10:30-12 WSC 3223
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Toggle ItemCELL SeminarWednesday, December 3rd 12:00pm MARB 207
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