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Camp C.O.R.E.: A New Way to Learn

By Kaigan Bigler
September 18, 2023
The new graphic novel Camp C.O.R.E. is an engaging way for children and youth to learn about science, problem-solving, and how to use their "superpowers" to care for our world. The novel was founded and written by Anna Wright and published through BYU.
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Announcements

Michael Barnes named associate academic vice president

September 18, 2023
Michael Barnes replaces Justin Collings as associate academic vice president for faculty development.
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Making Mentorship A Living Reality

By Grace Christensen
September 14, 2023
Biology PhD candidate Justina (Tina) Tavana was recently named a Human Genetics Scholar by the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG). The ASHG is comprised of 8,000 members with an interest in human genetics. Tavana was inducted as a member due to her contributions to health research in understudied populations.
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Dr. Jake Sorensen: Pursuing Health and Healing

By Alexis Grammer
September 13, 2023
Meet Jake Sorensen, a new assistant professor of exercise sciences working to understand aging, health, and healing.
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Dr. Amber Gonda: Illuminating Cancer Research at BYU

By Alexis Grammer
September 06, 2023
Meet Amber Gonda, a new assistant professor of cell biology and physiology and an innovative cancer researcher.
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Saving Plants From Salty Soil

By Grace Christensen
September 04, 2023
Alfalfa is a major cash crop and significant food source for cattle, horses, chickens, turkey, and sheep across the western United States. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, 40.8 million tons of alfalfa were harvested in 2022. But alfalfa, among other abundant crops, is extremely susceptible to the salty soil brought on by Utah’s dry climate and low precipitation.
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Dr. Shintaro Pang: Balancing Life's Flavors and Unveiling the Secrets of Food Science

By Alexis Grammer
September 01, 2023
Meet Shintaro Pang, a new associate professor of food science at BYU. He shares his background, current research projects, and advice for food science students.
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Intellect

BYU researchers help lead biggest DNA and protein cancer study to date

By Shelby Clark
August 28, 2023
Two Brigham Young University researchers are principal contributors to the largest comprehensive study to date on how cancer spreads and affects proteins in the body.
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Strengthening Faith in God's Design

By Grace Christensen
August 24, 2023
Students filed into Dr. Tim Jenkins’s classroom just in time for their regular weekly lecture. But this class period was unlike others, as Dr. Jenkins had encouraged his students to invite family and friends to participate in a discussion about science and religion. Dr. Jenkins explained that at a university like BYU, it’s important to study the correlation between the two subjects, as avoiding their relationship will only create stumbling blocks in one’s testimony.
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