New forensic science professor aims to bring students’ interests in the human body to life
When Dr. Joan Bytheway was a young girl in Columbus, Ohio, digging for dinosaur bones, forensic anthropology — the study of human remains from an archaeological perspective — was not widely recognized. Now, as the newest forensic science professor in…
Biology pilot course lets students dive in to observe diverse species firsthand at local SeaQuest
When studying the diversity of life found in God’s creation, time spent outside of a classroom surrounded by animals can enrich the experience and truly open one’s eyes to the intricacies of each species. This is the idea behind BIOL…
Students witness hardships of medicine in Togo, learn from missionaries about the call to serve
As an educator with a heart for helping the hurting, Liberty University biology and chemistry professor Dr. Kimberly Mitchell has made multiple trips to Togo, Africa, over the years. She has taught in two nursing schools and assisted mission hospitals….
Biology & Chemistry students from underrepresented demographics take part in new summer research program
Students from Liberty University’s Department of Biology & Chemistry participated in a new six-week research program this summer known as ASSURE (Acquiring Skills for Students Underrepresented in Research Experience). The program is specially designed to give students in the sciences…
Liberty welcomes molecular biologist and former Johns Hopkins administrator as its new dean of the School of Health Sciences
Liberty University has announced Dr. Heidi DiFrancesca as its new dean of the School of Health Sciences. DiFrancesca will officially start her new role in the fall, bringing with her 10 years of experience as both an educator and administrator…
Researchers conduct water studies at historic site once known for its mineral water
Putting the rumors of history to the test, Dr. Michael Bender, a professor in Liberty University’s Biology & Chemistry Department, led two students in a study of the water near the Bedford Alum Springs Hotel, a historic 19th century resort…
Students venture to the Galapagos Islands for a living lab on wildlife biodiversity
Students from Liberty University’s Department of Biology & Chemistry brought their passion for conservation overseas in January for a 10-day field study trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, applying their knowledge gained through labs and classes to the natural…
Slithery show and tell: Students interact with reptiles at biology open house
Dr. Norman Reichenbach and a handful of his students from Liberty University’s Department of Biology & Chemistry invited students from all areas to Monday morning’s open house in the Center for Natural Sciences, where guests learned about and interacted with…