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Jun 28, 2025

Study finds lasting impact of PTSD on World Trade Center responders

A study involving nearly 13,000 World Trade Center (WTC) responders has examined post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms over a 20-year period from July 2002 to December 2022.

Jun 28, 2025

Selected Shorts returns to Stony Brook Southampton with notable performers

The radio show and podcast "Selected Shorts" is set to return to Stony Brook Southampton for an evening dedicated to short fiction.

Jun 28, 2025

Researchers explore using dental scans for early detection of heart disease

Mina Mahdian, an associate professor at the Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine, and Prateek Prasanna, an assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Informatics, have been awarded a $300,000 grant by the National Institute of Dental and...

Jun 28, 2025

Stony Brook University pioneers new approach in quantum education

A laser beam interference exercise at a New York City science museum introduces high school students to the peculiarities of quantum mechanics, where photons can take multiple paths simultaneously.

Jun 28, 2025

Stony Brook Children's hosts annual health expo at Long Island Ducks Ballpark

Stony Brook Children's Hospital recently organized its Annual Kids Health and Safety Expo at the Long Island Ducks Ballpark.

Jun 28, 2025

Harvey Milk Scholarship Award nominations open at Stony Brook University

In recognition of Pride Month, Stony Brook University has announced the opening of applications for the Harvey Milk Award for Student Leadership.

Jun 28, 2025

Machinist at SBU combines passion for cars with scientific research

Demetri Papagermanos is a machinist in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University (SBU).

Jun 25, 2025

Stony Brook University joins efforts at Vera C. Rubin Observatory

Stony Brook University faculty and students from the Department of Physics and Astronomy are gearing up to explore the universe using the newly built Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile.

Jun 25, 2025

Stony Brook scholars urge global effort at UN conference on coral reef protection

Two scholars from Stony Brook University have called for increased international cooperation to protect endangered coral reefs.

Jun 25, 2025

Long Island State Veterans Home begins major recreational space project

The Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University, a key provider of skilled nursing services for veterans and their families since 1991, has initiated a significant development project.

Jun 22, 2025

Mary Jo Bona establishes lecture series at Stony Brook University

Distinguished Professor Emerita Mary Jo Bona, who joined Stony Brook University in 1999 to advance Italian American Studies, has played a significant role in the development of the Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS).

Jun 22, 2025

Thalamus plays crucial role in complex brain functions: New study

Research conducted by the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Stony Brook University suggests that the thalamus, traditionally viewed as a relay station in the brain, may have a more significant role in abstract thinking and executive control.

Jun 22, 2025

Stony Brook University shines at Press Club of Long Island Media Awards

Stony Brook University was prominently featured at the 2025 Press Club of Long Island Media Awards.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook launches summer research program for SUNY undergraduates

Stony Brook University has launched its 2025 Summer Opportunity for Academic Research (SOAR) program, welcoming a diverse group of undergraduates from the State University of New York (SUNY) system.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook receives NSF funding for seabird study in Southern Ocean

A new research initiative led by Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) has received a three-year, $666,910 award from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook hosts conference on political behavior amid turbulent times

Stony Brook University recently hosted a significant conference on political behavior, organized by the Department of Political Science.

Jun 19, 2025

Clean energy professionals visit Long Island wind farm after completing training

A group of clean energy professionals recently embarked on a visit to a wind farm off the coast of Long Island.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook hosts camp for children who stutter

Stony Brook University is set to host a unique program this summer aimed at supporting children and teens who stutter.

Jun 19, 2025

Stony Brook's Center for Inclusive Education celebrates graduates' milestones

The Center for Inclusive Education (CIE) at Stony Brook University recently held its annual Graduation Celebration and Pinning Ceremony on May 21.

Jun 19, 2025

30 Stony Brook faculty honored with SUNY Chancellor's Awards

Thirty faculty and staff members from Stony Brook University have been recognized with the 2024-2025 State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence.

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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.


Local

Warrant Executed in Bay Shore – 25 Dogs Rescued

Suffolk County SPCA and police rescued 25 dogs from a Bay Shore home in “unsanitary and inhumane conditions."


Local

LI Legend Billy Joel’s Past Loves and Languish Tackled in Sprawling New Doc

Directors Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin cut together “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” in express collaboration with the titular man of the hour, nay, 5 hours’ worth of said enlightening BTS entertainment—and then some.