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Science That Serves: Jacob Meeks' Pursuit of Patient-Friendly Glucose Testing

By Keira Dooley
October 16, 2025
Jacob Meeks is on a mission to make glucose testing a little easier to swallow by determining if a better-tasting meal-based test could be as effective as the standard glucose drink, offering a more comfortable alternative for patients. 
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Diving Into Disease Disparities: Kyler Linton Investigates ERM in Fish

By Keira Dooley
October 14, 2025
Enteric Red Mouth Disease is a bacterial infection that's devastating fish farms worldwide, and Kyler Linton is determined to find a solution through hands-on research.
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Ty Hopkins Elected as a National Academy of Kinesiology Fellow

Luke Morgan
By Luke Morgan
September 29, 2025
Dr. Hopkins was initiated as a Fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology—an honor that recognizes his contributions to the field and commitment to advancing kinesiology research and education.
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The Science of Muscle Regeneration: Zachary Funk’s Innovative AICAR Study

By Keira Dooley
September 24, 2025
In the Thomson Lab, where students focus on developing treatments to aid muscle regeneration, Zachary Funk is studying an enzyme that could be the key to treating muscle wasting disorders.
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Paving New Pathways in Cancer Therapy: DeLaney Anderson’s Cryopreservation Research

Luke Morgan
By Luke Morgan
September 10, 2025
DeLaney Anderson's award-winning research focuses on creating better cancer diagnoses through cryogenic preservation of tumor samples.
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Bean Life Science Museum Earns Prestigious Reaccreditation

By Christina Triptow
August 09, 2025
The Bean Life Science Museum's AAM reaccreditation status is the highest national recognition afforded to museums in the United States.
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The Power of Family: New Research Sheds Light on Bullying Vulnerability

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
May 21, 2025
A recent study from BYU’s Computational Health Science Lab sheds light on a surprising truth: the key predictors of bullying might not be the typical ones we often suspect.
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Savoring Heritage: Alexa Tanner’s Study on the Health and Cultural Value of Mexican American Cuisine

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
May 08, 2025
Alexa Tanner's passion for Mexican American meals led her to conduct a study to more fully understand the relationship between acculturation and perceptions of the healthfulness of a traditional Mexican diet.
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Why Bone Marrow Registration Matters—And How You Can Help

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
May 06, 2025
After Dr. Julianne Grose lost a family member to lymphoma she embarked on a Christ-like mission to help save lives through bone marrow donations.
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Passing Down Wisdom: Women in Life Science Dinner

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
April 29, 2025
The Women in Life Science Dinner brought together female students and professionals for a night of information and inspiration.
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Collaboration with HCI: Shaping Future Experts in Cancer Research

By Hannah Murdock, HCI Communications
April 23, 2025
Sarah Fund and other BYU Bioinformatics students are collaborating with the University of Utah's Huntsman Cancer Institute on innovative research projects.
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EXSC Honored Graduate: TJ Stefl's Path to Connection Through Service

By Keira Dooley
April 23, 2025
At BYU, TJ Stefl experienced the joy that comes from building relationships and using his knowledge to help people.
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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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