By Study and By Faith
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Seeking Gifts of Light: Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall
Dr. Jane Goodall shared her unique light throughout her life by advocating for the study, support, and appreciation of wildlife. She passed away in her sleep on October 1, 2025.
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Life Science Students Earn Silver Medal at International Competition
The BYU MMBIO team competed at the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition in Paris, France where they won big for their revolutionary work.
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Lessons from a Greek Hospital: What an Anesthesiologist Taught Me About Hope
Public health student Este Stringham shares an eye-opening experience during a life sciences study abroad in Greece.
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Faith and Science Seminar: Lessons from Your Mentors
Spiritually Strengthening Award winners Dr. Brad Berges and Dr. Neil Hansen shared their insights on faith and science at the College of Life Sciences' annual seminar.
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Circle of Life in Cities: Elias Johnson and the Impact of Raptors on Squirrels
Elias Johnson’s love for environmental conservation led him to Mexico City, where he conducted a study to discover if birds of prey could be used to naturally reduce the number of pests in a city.
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The Divine Design of Muscle Mechanics
Investigating how muscle contraction angles impact force production, BYU student researchers Mickelle MacCabe and Logan Smith offer meaningful insights for treating foot pathologies and improving physical rehabilitation.
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The Art of Science: Seth Hoffman’s Creative Path in Neuroscience
For Seth Hoffman, what had begun as a faith-driven foray into the unknown yielded powerful results: an opportunity to grow, learn, and make a lasting impact in ways he couldn’t have possibly imagined.
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The Heartbeat of Healthcare: Advancing Diagnostics in the Lab
Whether diagnosing life-threatening infections or identifying the genetic markers of rare diseases, the work of medical laboratory scientists forms the backbone of healthcare.
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Dr. Paige Geiger's Seminar: Heat Therapy and Disease Prevention
Dr. Paige Geiger visited BYU to teach students about the potential power heat therapy has to prevent the development of chronic conditions.
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Life Sciences 3MT Competition: Big Ideas in Three Minutes
Students from each department presented their research in the College’s Three Minute Thesis Competition.
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Crabs: A Window into Marine Life for Dr. Blaine Griffen’s Lab
Blaine Griffen and his students are conducting research on invasive crabs to understand their environmental impact.
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Life Sciences Patents: Innovations for the Benefit of the World
In honor of the 10th anniversary of the Life Sciences Building, we share 10 scientific innovations that were created by life sciences faculty and students.
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Polyploid Cells, Evolution, and Faith in Dr. Standring’s Lab
Dr. Standring's lab is on the hunt to understand the impact of polyploid cells on insect evolution.
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Navigating Nutritional Health Challenges in Dr. Bellini’s Lab
From cystic fibrosis to diabetes, Dr. Bellini and her students are making a difference one study at a time.
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Neuroscience Seminar Highlights Alzheimer’s Advances
Dr. Marc Haut shares groundbreaking neuroimaging techniques that have aided in the improvement of Alzheimer's treatments.
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Josh Hutchins Shares Research at National Conference
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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Extinct Birds Donated to the Bean Life Science Museum
BYU alumni Nate and Sheryl Arrington made a generous donation of rare and extinct birds to the Bean Life Science Museum. The Arringtons’ donation includes several extinct bird species that hold important scientific and educational value.
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Faith and Science Seminar: Lessons for Any Path
Spiritually Strengthening Award winners Dr. Matt Bailey and Dr. Matt Seeley shared their insights on faith and science at the College of Life Sciences' annual seminar.
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