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Stony Brook Film Festival showcases global cinema at Staller Center
The Stony Brook Film Festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary at the Staller Center for Arts, offering a diverse selection of films from around the globe.
Shark migration delayed due to warming oceans
Certain migratory shark species are staying longer in the Atlantic Ocean's northeast waters before heading south, according to a study led by researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).
Stony Brook's Kristan Probeck named Nurse Practitioner of the Year
Kristan Probeck, a member of Stony Brook Surgery's Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, has been recognized as the Nurse Practitioner (NP) of the Year by the Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island (NPALI).
Stony Brook receives $1M grant for student scholarships from Gray Foundation
Stony Brook University has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Gray Foundation to support undergraduate scholarships.
Bill McNulty continues activism through radio broadcasting at age 90
For most individuals reaching the age of 90, it is a time for relaxation and retirement.
Kidney donor meets recipient for first time at Stony Brook University Hospital
Ann Marie Hassett from Coram made a significant impact by donating her kidney to Scott Scannell of Nesconset, whom she met for the first time on July 10 at Stony Brook University Hospital.
P. Scott Carney named chair of Stony Brook University's mechanical engineering department
P. Scott Carney has been appointed as the chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stony Brook University, starting September 1, 2025.
Stony Brook hosts teens' summer camp on cutting-edge quantum science
Thirty-five high school students recently participated in a four-day camp at Stony Brook University, focusing on quantum information science and technology.
Stony Brook student's journey from high school tour leads to key role in quantum research
As a high school senior visiting Stony Brook University, Leonardo Castillo Veneros did not expect his future to be shaped by a visit to Professor Eden Figueroa’s physics lab.
Stony Brook student receives Leakey Grant for primate study in Kenya
A doctoral student from Stony Brook University has received a notable grant from the Leakey Foundation to study primates in coastal Kenya.
Chef's journey back to kitchen through SBU's Cooking from Home program
When Anthony Salierno returned to the kitchen at West Side dine-in this spring, he was not just preparing a dessert; he was completing a personal journey.
Research reveals new insights into dinosaur evolution related to bird flight
An analysis of two theropod dinosaur fossils has revealed the presence of a carpal bone in their wrists, previously thought to be unique to birds.
Magnets show promise in advancing cancer treatment with proton beams
Scientists and doctors are exploring new ways to treat cancer more effectively.
Zuccaire Gallery hosts exhibit on indigenous language in contemporary art
“Weaving Words, Weaving Worlds: The Power of Indigenous Language in Contemporary Art” is an upcoming exhibition at the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery, located in the Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University.
Study reveals external origins for gases forming stars in Southern Pinwheel Galaxy
A recent study using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) Telescope has uncovered new insights into galaxy evolution.
Electrical engineering student Jalen Saldivar named URECA researcher of July
Jalen Saldivar, an electrical engineering major at Stony Brook University, has been recognized as the URECA researcher of the month for July.
Stony Brook professor awarded NSF CAREER grant for AI-driven medical imaging
Assistant Professor Prateek Prasanna from the Department of Biomedical Informatics at Stony Brook University has been honored with the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award for his project, “CAREER: Towards Gaze-guided Medical Image...
Stony Brook University launches on-campus sunscreen initiative
Stony Brook University has introduced a new initiative to promote sunscreen use on campus.
Stony Brook doctors pioneer use of new bladder dysfunction monitoring technology
Dr. Jason Kim and Dr. Steven Weissbart at Stony Brook University Hospital have successfully conducted one of the first Glean Urodynamics procedures in the United States using Bright Uro's ambulatory urodynamic system.
Symposium honors Iwao Ojima's contributions to chemistry
Iwao Ojima, a distinguished professor at Stony Brook University, was celebrated for his significant contributions to the fields of chemistry and life sciences during a two-day symposium held in honor of his 80th birthday.
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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.
From the Newsroom: Pray for a Mamdani Victory
“Do we want Mamdani to win, knowing his tenure will turn New York City into such a massive, raging, dumpster fire, that it will lead to a Democratic revolt that will result in huge GOP victories in 2026?”
Three Cheers for the Musketeers! “America 250” Celebrated in Bay Shore Reenactment Prelude
In conjunction with the County’s upcoming 250th Anniversary Commemorative Planning Committee, Romaine and company—which included reenactors tabbed to play former heads of state such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson—provocatively promised a celebration “like you’ve never seen” come Fourth of July 2026.