Biola News: Research

Biola University Launches Winsome Conviction Academy to Equip a New Generation of Christian Bridge Builders

Brenda Velasco — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:50:10 -0800

Biola University announced the launch of the Winsome Conviction Academy this week, a major new initiative designed to prepare Christian leaders who can communicate with both truth and love amid rising polarization on campuses, in churches and in...

Sociology Professor Publishes Book about Faith-Based Advocacy in Southern California

Abi Goosen — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:25:00 -0700

People of faith have been pivotal in advocating for immigrant rights in the U.S. historically and in contemporary times, according to Biola University sociology professor Dr. Brad Christerson. The professor co-authored, God Resistance:...

Biola University Professors Develop Orphan Gene-Finding Search Engine: De Novo Gene Discoveries

Sarah Dougher — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:49:00 -0800

LA MIRADA, CALIF. — A newly developed search engine — ORFanID — makes identifying orphan genes more accessible than ever to life scientists, academics, students and those interested in genetics and the origins of life. With increased interest in...

New Discovery by Biola Researchers Shows Ability of Nanomolecules to Kill Viruses

Dalet Valles — Fri, 20 May 2022 12:03:00 -0700

A cutting-edge discovery made by Biola University School of Science, Technology and Health students and faculty shows that molecular nanomachines can destroy viruses. The pandemic emphasized a need for new ways to combat viruses leading to two...

Biola University Professors’ Research Sheds Light on COVID-19 Modes of Transmission

Sarah Dougher — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:00:00 -0800

Early COVID-19 research conducted by Biola University School of Science, Technology and Health professors revealed the virus could be transmitted via aerosols. The CDC affirmed in October the research professors Drs. Don Galbadage, Brent Peterson...