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Gabe Mills

Student Writer
Email: ggmills@byu.edu
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Microbiomes and Mentors: Ricardo Romo’s Journey in Genetics

Gabe Mills
By Gabe Mills
August 27, 2026
Ricardo Romo discovered the importance of helping others understand complex scientific concepts while studying remedies for the negative impact of antibiotics on the microbiome.
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Signals That Shape Us: Studying Growth at Life’s Beginning

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By Gabe Mills
July 14, 2026
Mike Haven is investigating the connection between mechanical and hormonal signals in embryos and how they can impact development.
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Measuring the Wild: Honoring God’s Creations Through Conservation

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By Gabe Mills
June 16, 2026
After encountering a mountain lion, Russell Torgersen continues his restoration efforts in Nevada with greater hope for the future.
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Research that Rebuilds: Exploring Volumetric Muscle Loss with Jonathan Ball

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By Gillian Garmon
March 30, 2026
Inspired by early service in Thailand, Jonathan Ball now channels his passion for helping others into groundbreaking research on volumetric muscle loss.
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Fishing for Answers: Exploring Sensory Neurons in Autism Research

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By Gabe Mills
March 09, 2026
Addie Hamilton is dedicated to scientific discovery—whether through the mapping of sensory neurons or the guiding of young minds through the natural world.
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Faith and Fungi: Melissa Burrell’s Journey in Conservation

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By Gabe Mills
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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From Family Ties to Fruit Fly Diets: Dean Peterson’s Research Journey

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By Gabe Mills
February 09, 2026
Dean Peterson discovered links between bacteria, vitamins, and behavior through his research on fruit flies.
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Swimming Toward Discovery: Zebrafish Research Sheds Light on Neurodivergence

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By Gabe Mills
November 05, 2025
A team of BYU students are gaining insights on how to better understand and assist individuals with sensory processing disorders like autism through their zebrafish research.
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Life's Migration: Riley Peck's Journey in Wildland Conservation

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By Gabe Mills
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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