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Children who face adversity have better long-term health if they have enough positive childhood experiences too

By Sara Jane Aubrey
September 11, 2019
Previous studies found having adverse childhood experiences can lead to poor health outcomes later in life. New BYU research finds the antidote is to counter those with enough positive experiences.
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Decreasing the maternal mortality rate in Ghana

September 09, 2019
This past summer, students from the College of Life Sciences Department of Public Health worked to lower the maternal mortality rate in Ghana by developing a new app that connects pregnant women with their healthcare worker, tracks their pregnancy schedule, and provides information on prenatal and postnatal care.
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Changing Lives in Mongolia

August 22, 2019
In August, faculty from NDFS, PWS, and Public Health hosted a group of Mongolian delegates visiting Utah and Idaho to tour local farms and production facilities. Latter-day Saint Charities is partnering with the College of Life Sciences to address Mongolia's food safety and preservation issues.
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BYU scientists discover way to make crops grow in salt-damaged soil

August 22, 2019
A group of BYU researchers may have found a way to reverse falling crop yields caused by increasingly salty farmlands throughout the world.
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BYU researchers dig up ways to improve Utah Lake

August 01, 2019
Researchers at BYU examined the sediment content of Utah Lake and its connection to toxic cyanobacteria
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Running experts: You've already hit your stride

July 31, 2019
A new study by the duo of BYU professors finds the stride length people naturally choose is the best for them, whether they are experienced or inexperienced runners.

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Biology Department Hosts Reconcile Evolution Conference

July 29, 2019
The theory of creation-evolutionism is a hard topic to grasp for some who are religious because of its seeming threat to their faith.
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There are 57 billion nematodes for every human on earth; Understanding them will help address climate change

July 25, 2019
Study details first global analysis of world's most abundant creatures
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Why your muscles get less sore as you stick with your gym routine

July 24, 2019
The first time back to the gym after a break usually results in sore muscles. Fortunately, the return trip a few days later—if it happens—is generally less painful. BYU researchers are finding out why.

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