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Gabe Mills

Student Writer
Email: ggmills@byu.edu
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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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Life Science Students Earn Silver Medal at International Competition

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By Gabe Mills
September 26, 2025
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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Faith and Science Seminar: Lessons from Your Mentors

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By Gabe Mills
September 16, 2025
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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Touchdown: How Plant Sciences Research Is Helping BYU Football

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By Gabe Mills
May 15, 2025
Passionate about both football and plant sciences, Katie Anselmi jumped at the chance to conduct research on the BYU football field, collecting data that benefits the health and wellness of the players and improves their game performance.
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PWS Honored Graduate: Madeline Martin's Interdisciplinary Approach to Science

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By Gabe Mills
April 22, 2025
Madeline Martin expanded her understanding of the world by building bridges between different disciplines in her ecology research.
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BIO Honored Graduate: Maia Boggess Overcomes the Unexpected with Faith

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By Gabe Mills
April 21, 2025
Maia Bingham Boggess embraced several different opportunities at BYU, combining faith, service, and mentorship to shape her unique college experience.
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