Inside a Research Partnership: Anne Thomas and Madi Van Valkenburg

Samantha and Margaret chat with Dr. Anne Thomas, a recently hired biology professor in BYU’s College of Life Sciences, and undergraduate student Madi Van Valkenburg about their research interests and field experiences. Together, they discuss the questions driving their work, what the research process looks like, and how hands-on mentorship helps students gain experience as scientists.

This episode was recorded on March 5, 2026.