Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News

Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News


Oct 28, 2025

Gabrielle Russo appointed interim director of Turkana Basin Institute

Gabrielle A. Russo has been appointed interim director of the Turkana Basin Institute (TBI), effective October 21.

Oct 28, 2025

Stony Brook president outlines strategic priorities during homecoming event

As part of Stony Brook University’s 2025 Homecoming, President Andrea Goldsmith participated in a public Q&A session titled “Meet the President: Connecting Past, Present and Future” on October 23 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater.

Oct 28, 2025

Stony Brook's ART Tank event highlights student creativity across disciplines

The second annual "Artists Rising Through" (ART Tank) competition at Stony Brook University highlighted the creative work of student artists from a range of academic backgrounds.

Oct 28, 2025

Stony Brook University adapts toys to aid children with disabilities

More than 70 students from Stony Brook University participated in the third annual Toy Adaptation Event organized by the university’s 3D PATH (3D Printing and Assistive Technology for Health) Club.

Oct 28, 2025

SBU Eats showcases local vendors at annual market event

Hundreds of students attended the Annual Vendor Market Showcase at East Side Dining on October 29, an event organized by SBU Eats to highlight local and innovative food products through its Retail Incubator Program.

Oct 27, 2025

Stony Brook celebrates homecoming with Wolfstock Weekend events

Stony Brook University hosted its 44th annual Homecoming festival, known as Wolfstock, over the weekend.

Oct 26, 2025

Stony Brook professor receives NIH grant to develop AI for healthcare resource allocation

Jian Li, an assistant professor at Stony Brook University, has received a $1.2 million R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to create artificial intelligence systems that improve the allocation of healthcare resources for...

Oct 23, 2025

Stony Brook researchers awarded NSF grant for study using ancient fern in climate mitigation

A team at Stony Brook University has received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study the potential of an ancient aquatic fern, Azolla, in offsetting carbon emissions.

Oct 23, 2025

Stony Brook honors students present innovative projects at INNOVATE challenge

A group of undergraduate students from Stony Brook University participated in INNOVATE: Honors Edition, an all-day innovation challenge held on October 17 at the Student Activities Center.

Oct 23, 2025

Stony Brook researchers contribute to first joint analysis on neutrino oscillation

Researchers from Stony Brook University’s Department of Physics and Astronomy have participated in a joint analysis with international teams from the T2K (Tokai to Kamioka) and NOvA (NuMI Off-axis νe Appearance) experiments.

Oct 20, 2025

President Goldsmith discusses strategic vision for Stony Brook University during radio interview

Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith appeared on WUSB-FM’s “Health Matters” for an interview with host Kate Valerio, discussing her first three months in office, her background in higher education, and her vision for the university’s...

Oct 20, 2025

Stony Brook professor's artwork featured in exhibition marking atomic bombing anniversary

Nobuho (Nobi) Nagasawa, a professor in the Department of Art at Stony Brook University, is participating in an exhibition at the New Jersey City University (NJCU) Visual Arts Gallery.

Oct 19, 2025

Stony Brook University mourns Nobel laureate C.N. Yang, founder of its theoretical physics institute

Chen-Ning Yang, Nobel Prize-winning physicist and founder of the Institute for Theoretical Physics at Stony Brook University, died on October 18 at the age of 103.

Oct 19, 2025

5K run raises funds for new Ronald McDonald House at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital

Members of the community gathered at Stony Brook University on October 4 for the annual “Anthony’s Red Shoe Fund Run.” The event aimed to raise funds for a new Ronald McDonald House at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.

Oct 19, 2025

Stony Brook University hosts annual employee wellness fair promoting staff health

More than 600 employees attended Stony Brook University's annual “Be Well, Work Well” Employee Wellness and Benefits Fair on October 7 at the Student Activities Center ballrooms.

Oct 19, 2025

Stony Brook University awarded $22 million for geothermal energy projects

Stony Brook University will receive $22 million as part of New York’s $1 billion Sustainable Future Program to design and build two geothermal network projects on its West Campus and at Stony Brook Southampton.

Oct 19, 2025

Stony Brook scientist helps expand global ocean conservation initiative to Chesapeake Bay

When the Chesapeake Bay was named a Mission Blue Hope Spot in June, Ellen Pikitch, a professor at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and executive director of the Institute for Ocean Conservation Science, said it...

Oct 19, 2025

Stony Brook alumnus curates exhibition on indigenous language at Zuccaire Gallery

Jeremy Dennis, a 2013 graduate of Stony Brook University, has curated an exhibition at the Zuccaire Gallery that focuses on Indigenous language in contemporary art.

Oct 19, 2025

Stony Brook team secures $11M NIH grant for sphingolipid-cancer research

An interdisciplinary team at Stony Brook University, led by Yusuf Hannun, MD, has been awarded an $11 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the role of sphingolipids in cancer.

Oct 19, 2025

Ed Hajim to discuss leadership journey and sign books at Stony Brook University

Wall Street executive Ed Hajim is scheduled to speak at Stony Brook University, where he will also sign copies of his books, On the Road Less Traveled: An Unlikely Journey from the Orphanage to the Boardroom and The Island of the Four Ps: A Modern...

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Smithtown's Marcus Wertheim Leads Team Australia

Former Smithtown lacrosse standout Marcus Wertheim is dominating on the world stage. The Smithtown alumnus, who currently attends Brown University, led all players at the Super Sixes tournament, delivering an elite performance against international competition.


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Sachem's Coach Mercurio Elected to Lacrosse Board

Congratulations to Sachem Athletic Hall of Famer Rick Mercurio, who was elected to the World Lacrosse Board of Directors during the organization’s 2025 General Assembly. Mercurio fills one of two open Strategic Director positions, marking another significant milestone in his distinguished career in the sport.


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LaFontaine Heads to the Isles Hall

Pat LaFontaine’s plaque has officially been added to the Islanders Hall of Fame wall, placing him among some of the most legendary figures in franchise history. The former star forward was inducted into the Ring of Honor at UBS Arena, becoming the 17th member to receive the prestigious distinction.