Stony Brook University News

Stony Brook University News


Jul 18, 2025

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.

Jul 11, 2025

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.

Jul 11, 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.

Jul 11, 2025

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.

Jul 11, 2025

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.

Jul 11, 2025

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.

Jul 11, 2025

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.

Jul 11, 2025

Magnets show promise in advancing cancer treatment with proton beams

Scientists and doctors are exploring new ways to treat cancer more effectively.

Jul 11, 2025

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.

Jul 3, 2025

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.

Jul 3, 2025

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.

Jul 3, 2025

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...

Jul 3, 2025

Stony Brook University launches on-campus sunscreen initiative

Stony Brook University has introduced a new initiative to promote sunscreen use on campus.

Jul 3, 2025

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.

Jul 1, 2025

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.

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.

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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...