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Kennedy Hunter’s Ribbiting Research on Cryptic Reptiles and Amphibians
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Luke Morgan
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
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Luke Morgan
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
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Luke Morgan
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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Kenley Kohls and Braden Betteridge’s Procedure for Rapid Sepsis Diagnosis
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Luke Morgan
January 12, 2026
Kenley Kohls and Braden Betteridge are perfecting a procedure that will save countless lives using the DNA of bacteria in the bloodstream to identify cases of sepsis in a few hours rather than twenty-four.
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Life Sciences Students Share Their Musical Talents Through Service
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Luke Morgan
December 17, 2025
Students in the College of Life Sciences are making meaningful connections as they combine their passion for the arts with their desire to serve.
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Lighten Your Load: Five Ways to Reduce Backpack Pain
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Luke Morgan
December 03, 2025
Back pain among college students is often caused by heavy backpacks. Exercise sciences professor Ulrike Mitchell shares five tips to help prevent future pain.
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A Journey Through Time: Bean Life Science Museum Unveils New Evolution Exhibit
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Luke Morgan
November 26, 2025
Visitors at the Bean Life Science Museum can now walk through the Evolutionary Tree of Life, tracing the journey from prehistoric life to modern species with their own feet through the interactive new exhibit.
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Measuring Consciousness: Shedding New Light on Anesthesia in the Melonakos Lab
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Luke Morgan
November 20, 2025
Working for the Melonakos Lab at BYU allows students to gain hands-on experience while helping uncover how anesthesia operates in the brain.
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Life Sciences Celebrates Undergraduate Discoveries at Annual Research Conference
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Luke Morgan
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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