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BIO Honored Undergraduate: Rebekah Christensen’s Journey in Biodiversity and Conservation

April 21, 2026
Rebekah Christensen is making an impact in conservation efforts through her work in the Netherlands and her dedication to protecting and preserving the natural world.
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NDFS Honored Graduate: Julia Wangsgard’s Recipe for Success

April 20, 2026
Driven by curiosity and a love for problem-solving, Julia Wangsgard is using food science to innovate, research, and create new products that promote healthier living.
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Teaching, Research, and Resilience: Clara Smith’s Story of Growth and Impact

April 10, 2026
Clara Smith is transforming rural science education by empowering teachers with innovative tools and mentorship, amplifying her impact from individual classrooms to generations of students.
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Nutrition and Management: Kate Cragun’s Journey Through Dietetics

April 09, 2026
Kate Cragun is turning her passion for nutrition into impact, showing how leadership and teamwork bring dietetics to life beyond the classroom.
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Faith, Persistence, and Belonging: Tanner Blocker's Journey Through Graduate Research

April 08, 2026
While researching synaptic transmissions in the brain, Tanner Blocker gained confidence in himself and built meaningful connections.
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Weathering the Storm: Megan White’s Conservation Efforts in the La Sals

April 07, 2026
Megan White's fieldwork in the La Sal Mountains cemented her love for nature, helped her grow, and strengthened her drive to help protect rare plants.
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Scout Siebert's Mission To Empower Others Through Christlike Service

April 02, 2026
Scout Siebert shares her passion for public health and the experiences that strengthened her commitment to use her education to uplift communities.
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Kennedy Hunter’s Ribbiting Research on Cryptic Reptiles and Amphibians

March 31, 2026
Kennedy Hunter is identifying new species of frogs and lizards through hands-on field and lab work, turning her childhood interest with amphibians and reptiles into impactful research.
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Nature’s Low-Calorie Sweeteners: Lauryn Osborn and the Impact of Rare Sugars on Blood Sugar

March 25, 2026
Lauryn Osborn’s recent meta-analysis proves the health value of two rare sugars that have the potential to reduce blood sugar.
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The Power of Perseverance: James Cardon-Leota’s Journey of Hope Through Education

February 24, 2026
James Cardon-Leota created a new future for himself through his education, choosing to double major in public health and neuroscience to bring health benefits to people without a voice.
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Faith and Fungi: Melissa Burrell’s Journey in Conservation

February 24, 2026
Using native mycorrhizal fungi, Melissa Burrell's research offers a promising new approach to reclaiming degraded land and helping ecosystems recover faster without synthetic inputs.
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The Mary Davis Lab: Unraveling Chronic Illness One Gene at a Time

February 12, 2026
In the Davis Lab, students aim to personalize treatments for chronic diseases using genetics, algorithms, and clinical data.
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The BYU Plant Genetic Resources Lab: Faith-Fueled Research for a Hungry World

January 28, 2026
In Dr. Jellen's lab, students are combating malnutrition and hunger through plant genetics.
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Oatstanding Genomics: BYU Research Published in Prestigious Journal

November 06, 2025
BYU professors Rick Jellen and Jeff Maughan's oat genomics research on building a pan-genome, a comprehensive map of genes found across oat varieties, has been recognized in Nature.
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Neuroscience Art Contest: Visualizing the Music of the Mind

November 04, 2025
The 2025 Neuroscience Art Contest challenged students to explore the musicality of the brain through art, resulting in several creative and captivating pieces.
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Life's Migration: Riley Peck's Journey in Wildland Conservation

October 28, 2025
Life Sciences Alumnus Riley Peck spoke to students about his path to becoming the Director of Utah’s Division of Wildlife Resources.
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Life Sciences Celebrates Undergraduate Discoveries at Annual Research Conference

October 22, 2025
Students shared their research with the broader academic community and showcased fascinating discoveries at the Life Sciences Research Conference.
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The Power of Belonging: Stress and Suicide Prevention in Autistic Young Adults

September 22, 2025
Interested in understanding the neuroscientific complexities of suicidal ideation, Cole Murphy conducted research that shines a light on the importance of connection in preventing suicide.
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