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CELL Honored Graduate: Isaac Packer's Journey to Shape His BYU Experience

By Keira Dooley
April 18, 2025
Isaac Packer dove headfirst into both academic and extracurricular experiences at BYU, and they've changed him for the better.
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MMBIO Honored Graduate: Ty Skyles’ Exploration of Science Through a Spiritual Lens

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
April 15, 2025
At BYU, the intersection of faith and science is not only explored but celebrated, and because of that, Ty Skyles academic experience has offered him a richer understanding of the world around him.
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Paving Her Own Path: Hannah Boekweg's Journey to Proteomics Research

By Keira Dooley
April 10, 2025
Hannah Boekweg's trailblazing academic journey began with an invitation to find a research question that interested her.
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Bailey Calder: Sparking Joy in Science One Glowing Zebrafish at a Time

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
April 08, 2025
Whether Bailey Calder is patiently guiding students through a challenging experiment or celebrating their small victories, he consistently prioritizes the growth and well-being of those around him.
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A Transfusion of Hope: Alex Anderson’s Path to Advocacy

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
April 07, 2025
Alex Anderson has transformed his battle with Diamond-Blackfan Anemia into a mission to advocate for individuals with rare conditions, focusing on both their physical and emotional well-being.
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Fireworks and the Final Draft: Lucy Bowden’s Contributions to Science

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
April 04, 2025
Lucy Bowden, a dedicated PhD student, balances her passion for microbiology with the challenges of motherhood as she pioneers antimicrobial solutions for orthopedic hardware.
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Strength in Collaboration: How Exercise Sciences is Shaping Stronger ROTC Cadets

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
March 20, 2025
The Department of Exercise Sciences and the Air Force ROTC are working together to help cadets enhance their comprehensive physical fitness and better prepare for a challenging fitness test.
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Buzzing Toward Food Security: Tyler Lenning’s Team Wins First Place at SIOY

By Christina Triptow
March 11, 2025
PWS student Tyler Lenning and his team created an award-winning innovation that could decrease food scarcity by saving bees.
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Running the Race: How the College of Life Sciences Supports First-Generation Students

By Keira Dooley
February 26, 2025
Every year, the College of Life Sciences hosts a First-Generation Student Luncheon where students have the opportunity to meet with mentors, learn about available resources, and connect with other first-generation college students over a free meal.
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Protecting Health at Home: Dr. Jim Johnston’s Lab

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
November 13, 2024
Do you know what's in the air you breathe? Dr. Johnston's lab focuses on combating the invisible threats of poor indoor air quality that can cause negative health effects.
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Josh Hutchins Shares Research at National Conference

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
November 11, 2024
Josh Hutchins was accepted to present his research on claudins and permeable membranes at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR).
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Mouth to Market: How the Sensory Lab Engages Food Science Students

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
November 08, 2024
Ever wondered how companies pick which recipe to use for their products? The Sensory Lab has the answers.
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Fostering Curiosity in Public Health: Jane Lee-Woodmansee’s Study Abroad in Brazil

Gabe Mills
By Gabe Mills
October 18, 2024
Jane Lee-Woodmansee gained a whole new perspective on public health thanks to a study abroad in Brazil.
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Versatility of Super Shoes: Jared Steele’s Award-Winning Research

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
July 17, 2024
Jared Steele's innovative super shoe research at BYU led him to faith and discoveries that will benefit many lives.
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Lillien Jones’ Wildlife and Conservation Adventure in Southern Africa

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
July 16, 2024
Lillien Jones had the trip of a lifetime in Africa studying animals in their natural habitat and learning about environmental conservation efforts.
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PWS Students Triumph at the National Collegiate Landscape Competition

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
July 09, 2024
BYU hosted the National Collegiate Landscape Management Competition and made their mark by winning the overall national champion award for the ninth time.
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Walking with the Smiths

By Grace Christensen
June 27, 2024
Plant and Wildlife Sciences students and faculty had the opportunity to go to Nauvoo and make their mark by curating a plan to restore the grounds of Jospeh Smith's Mansion House.
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The Strong Youth Conference: Teaching the Science Behind Sport

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
June 14, 2024
The Strong Youth Conference brought together experts to teach on youth sports topics. "We want to make youth sports better for kids," Seeley says.
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