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Turning Pain Into Purpose: Simone Apostol's Faith Through Affliction

By Keira Dooley
May 12, 2026
Simone Apostol came to BYU to pursue medicine determined to navigate both her grief and the unique challenges of being an international student.
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Rooted in the Pacific: A Student’s Quest to Bring Island Culture into Education

By Malie Roos
May 05, 2026
Exploring the power of culture in science, Sainimere Balenacagi studies how including traditional knowledge from diverse cultural communities into lesson plans can improve understanding.
3 Min Read
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BIO Honored Undergraduate: Rebekah Christensen’s Journey in Biodiversity and Conservation

By Malie Roos
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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Teaching, Research, and Resilience: Clara Smith’s Story of Growth and Impact

By Malie Roos
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.
2 Min Read
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Kennedy Hunter’s Ribbiting Research on Cryptic Reptiles and Amphibians

Luke Morgan
By 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.
2 Min Read
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Reflecting Light: The Global Reach of BYU Biology Students

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
November 05, 2025
Through the College of Life Sciences, students like Abigail Borgmeier, Micah Taotafa, and Olivea Fisher reflect light throughout the world as they contribute to meaningful research in Antarctica, Hawaii, and the Netherlands.
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Circle of Life in Cities: Elias Johnson and the Impact of Raptors on Squirrels

Luke Morgan
By Luke Morgan
August 07, 2025
Elias Johnson’s love for environmental conservation led him to Mexico City, where he conducted a study to discover if birds of prey could be used to naturally reduce the number of pests in a city.
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Unlocking Nature’s Time Capsule

By Becca Aylworth Wright
May 15, 2025
Life sciences students are linking centuries-old research to the future at the Naturalis Biodiversity Center in the Netherlands, and helping to answer modern questions about biodiversity, climate change, and conservation.
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Painting Science into Art: Duke Rogers’s Quest for Lifelong Learning

By Christina Triptow
May 15, 2025
Dr. Duke Rogers finds joy in interweaving his two passions: science and art. Both fields have helped him lead a life full of curiosity, lifelong learning, and discovery.
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Collaboration with HCI: Shaping Future Experts in Cancer Research

By Hannah Murdock, HCI Communications
April 23, 2025
Sarah Fund and other BYU Bioinformatics students are collaborating with the University of Utah's Huntsman Cancer Institute on innovative research projects.
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BIO Honored Graduate: Maia Boggess Overcomes the Unexpected with Faith

Gabe Mills
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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Paving Her Own Path: Hannah Boekweg's Journey to Proteomics Research

By Keira Dooley
April 10, 2025
Hannah Boekweg's trailblazing academic journey began with an invitation to find a research question that interested her.
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Crossing Continents: How Service, Faith, and Basketball Are Rebuilding Shaka’s Healthcare

Gillian Garmon
By Gillian Garmon
March 24, 2025
For Christian Rich, the path to building a clinic in Kenya began with a game of basketball.
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Crabs: A Window into Marine Life for Dr. Blaine Griffen’s Lab

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
February 14, 2025
Blaine Griffen and his students are conducting research on invasive crabs to understand their environmental impact.
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Josh Hutchins Shares Research at National Conference

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
November 11, 2024
Josh Hutchins was accepted to present his research on claudins and permeable membranes at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR).
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Faith and Science Seminar: Lessons for Any Path

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
October 30, 2024
Spiritually Strengthening Award winners Dr. Matt Bailey and Dr. Matt Seeley shared their insights on faith and science at the College of Life Sciences' annual seminar.
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Lillien Jones’ Wildlife and Conservation Adventure in Southern Africa

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
July 16, 2024
Lillien Jones had the trip of a lifetime in Africa studying animals in their natural habitat and learning about environmental conservation efforts.
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BIO Honored Graduate: David Kobe Serving Others At Home and Abroad

Parker Smith
By Parker Smith
April 17, 2024
From freshwater fish to malaria, BYU's biology program has helped David Kobe develop a passion for biology, giving him the boost he needed to confidently apply to medical school.
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