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Maker Faire Long Island moves to Stony Brook University for its eighth annual event
The Long Island Explorium will hold its eighth annual Maker Faire Long Island on September 14, marking the first time the event will take place at Stony Brook University.
Jane Savage appointed vice president for human resources at Stony Brook University
Jane Savage has been named the next vice president for Human Resources at Stony Brook University, with her appointment set to begin in September 2025.
Stony Brook researcher awarded KidneyCure grant for glomerulus disease study
Robert Bronstein, a faculty research investigator in the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Stony Brook University's Renaissance School of Medicine, has received a grant from KidneyCure to support his work on kidney disease.
Stony Brook researcher receives KidneyCure grant for study on kidney disease
Robert Bronstein, PhD, a faculty research investigator in the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Stony Brook University's Renaissance School of Medicine, has been awarded a grant from KidneyCure to support his research on the kidney...
Eight Stony Brook University instructors receive awards for excellence in teaching
Eight faculty members at Stony Brook University have been honored with the Excellence in Teaching Award by the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT).
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary highlights parent involvement under Title I program
At Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School, staff, parents, and the community are working together to support student academic, social, and emotional growth.
Stony Brook researcher receives NSF CAREER Award for small-mammal fossil study
Tara Smiley, an assistant professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at Stony Brook University’s College of Arts and Sciences, has been named a recipient of the National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award.
Study finds regional differences crucial for maximizing US climate benefits from solar
A recent study co-authored by Minghao Qiu, assistant professor at Stony Brook University, has found that the climate benefits of solar power in the United States vary significantly by region.
Stony Brook graduate student researches ways to improve Long Island water quality
Ian Robinson, a graduate student at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), is conducting research aimed at improving water quality on Long Island.
Stony Brook welcomes third cohort of Simons STEM Scholars after summer bridge completion
Stony Brook University’s third cohort of Simons STEM Scholars concluded their six-week Summer Bridge Program with a closing ceremony on August 9.
Stony Brook University recognizes two faculty members with 2025 Outstanding Lecturer Award
Elizabeth Bojsza and Tara Rider have been named the recipients of the 2025 Outstanding Lecturer Award at Stony Brook University.
Five early-career professors receive Stony Brook Trustees Faculty Awards
Five assistant professors at Stony Brook University have received the Stony Brook Trustees Faculty Award, each receiving up to $20,000 to further their research, scholarship, or art projects. “Early career awards like these are essential to...
Nancy Neff establishes endowed fund for Stony Brook’s WISE Honors Program
Nancy Neff, a 1972 graduate of Stony Brook University, has established an endowed fund to support the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Honors Program at her alma mater.
Binder Science founder accuses consultant of $300K fraud in federal lawsuit
An elderly New York businessman and his company have filed a federal lawsuit accusing a financial consultant of orchestrating a $300,000 fraud under the guise of debt relief services.
Plaintiffs accuse city officials, NYPD officers of civil rights violations during peaceful protest
A lawsuit filed Feb. 12, 2025, in the Southern District of New York accuses the City of New York and several high-ranking officials, including Mayor Eric Adams, of civil rights violations during a peaceful march in Bay Ridge on Oct. 21, 2023.
Suffolk County Community College announces annual visual art faculty exhibition for fall 2025
Suffolk County Community College will hold its Annual Visual Art Faculty Exhibition at the Flecker Gallery on the Ammerman Campus in Selden from September 25 through October 27, 2025.
NY companies challenge national pension funds over $9 million in alleged out-of-jurisdiction pension contributions
Sign Acquisition Corporation, doing business as TJ Signs, Inc., and American Signcrafters, LLC, filed a complaint against the Sheet Metal Workers’ National Pension Fund and other associated funds over disputed contributions.
New York physician sues USMLE and FSMB over exam suspension
A New York-based physician is taking legal action against the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), and National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME), claiming the organizations deprived him of procedural due process by suspending his eligibility to retake a licensing exam.
Nassau County man files civil rights lawsuit against sheriff over alleged excessive force
A civil rights lawsuit has been filed against Nassau County Sheriff Anthony J. LaRocca, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Department, and several unnamed deputies, accusing them of excessive force and abuse.
Plaintiff Alleges Local Diners Violate Disability Access Laws
Matthew Pike has filed a lawsuit against two Long Island City diners for violating disability access laws by failing to provide adequate wheelchair access.
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Plaintiff Linkedto Partners LLC Accuses Digital Asset Firm DeFi Technologies Inc. of Securities Fraud
Linkedto Partners LLC has initiated a class-action lawsuit against DeFi Technologies Inc., accusing them of securities fraud by allegedly making false statements about their financial health between May and November of this year.
Plaintiff alleges auto dealer and bank conspired in deceptive financing scheme
In a lawsuit filed on December 5th in Brooklyn's Eastern District Court of New York against Generation Kia Inc., Esran L. Boothe claims he was misled into an inflated car financing deal through deceptive practices involving electronic contracts...
UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce business victimized by fraudsters sues The Moroccan Deal Inc., alleging deceptive investment scheme
In a striking legal move, UCS Trading Inc., an e-commerce company based in New York City has filed a lawsuit against The Moroccan Deal Inc., accusing them along with two individuals of orchestrating a fraudulent investment scheme involving...