Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News
Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News
Stony Brook hosts congressional staff to highlight impact of federal funding on research
Stony Brook University hosted staff from the offices of Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Representative Nick LaLota, and Representative Laura Gillen for its first annual Congressional Staff Visit Day on August 21.
Stony Brook University and BNL announce winners of 2025 seed grant program
The Office of Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) Affairs has announced the recipients of the 2025 SBU-BNL Seed Grant Program.
Stony Brook University receives $4M NSF grant for multi-institutional quantum network project
A team led by Stony Brook University has secured a $4 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support the development of a 10-node quantum network, known as SCY-QNet.
Stony Brook launches CLEAR-IP program offering flexible licensing options for industry partners
Stony Brook University has introduced the Commercial Licensing and Express IP terms for Applied Research (CLEAR-IP) program, aimed at improving how companies can access intellectual property developed through university research collaborations.
Stony Brook youth employment program prepares students for renewable energy careers
Seventeen high school students have completed the Summer Youth Employment: Powering Your Future program at Stony Brook University, an initiative aimed at preparing participants for careers in renewable energy and advanced infrastructure.
Stony Brook alumnae discuss balancing careers with motherhood during virtual panel
Stony Brook University alumnae who are mothers recently participated in a virtual panel to discuss the realities of managing both their careers and parenting responsibilities.
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.
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).
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.
Stony Brook welcomes incoming class with weeklong orientation events
The Fall 2025 semester at Stony Brook University began with New Seawolf Welcome, a week of activities designed to help new students and their families get acquainted with campus life.
Long Island State Veterans Home adds Tovertafel consoles with support from local Lions Clubs
The Long Island State Veterans Home (LISVH) at Stony Brook University has received $30,000 from local Lions Clubs to purchase two Tovertafel game consoles.
Stony Brook welcomes new students with annual day of community service
More than 300 new students at Stony Brook University participated in community service as part of their introduction to campus life.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Driver sparks 12-car parkway pile up
Reckless driver causes 12-car parkway pile up and then tries to flee.
Middle Island ceremony honors Gold Star families
Solemn ceremony at the Gold Star Mothers event.