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Apr 5, 2025

The 25th Anniversary Team Adds Two More Members

The Ducks keep filling up their 25th Anniversary team and have added two more members this past week.

Apr 5, 2025

Neuroscientist Anthony Zador discusses AI's future and its link to brain research

Artificial intelligence has seen significant advances in mastering language, diagnosing diseases, and solving protein structures, yet everyday tasks like dishwashing by robots remain elusive.

Apr 5, 2025

High school students recognized for energy research benefiting Shinnecock Nation

Two high school students collaborated with Stony Brook University researchers to work on the Shinnecock reservation's energy needs.

Apr 5, 2025

Study shows cloud types' impact on solar energy forecasting accuracy

Solar energy, a renewable and clean source, poses challenges in predictability due to cloud interference.

Apr 5, 2025

Cancer drugs show potential in hemorrhagic stroke treatment, researcher says

There is currently no effective drug treatment for hemorrhagic stroke, a condition where a ruptured blood vessel causes bleeding in the brain.

Apr 5, 2025

Stony Brook University emphasizes climate resilience and education

Stony Brook University recently dealt with a significant weather challenge.

Apr 5, 2025

Women leaders share career insights at 'Not All SHEroes Wear Capes' event

The "Not All SHEroes Wear Capes" event recently celebrated its fifth annual gathering, bringing together women leaders from various sectors to share their stories of overcoming challenges and achieving success in their careers.

Apr 5, 2025

Honors college senior receives research accolades and the Chancellor’s Award

Daniel Razgonyaev, an Honors College senior at Stony Brook University, has been named the URECA researcher of the month for April.

Apr 5, 2025

Stony Brook's Balázsi honored as AIMBE Fellow for engineering contributions

Gábor Balázsi, a prominent figure in biomedical engineering, has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE).

Apr 5, 2025

University launches Fill it Forward challenge for Earth Month

April is recognized as Earth Month, a time when individuals can engage in activities that promote environmental sustainability.

Apr 5, 2025

Women leaders discuss empowerment and change at Stony Brook University event

Stony Brook University’s Center for Civic Justice (CCJ) recently held a panel discussion in recognition of Women's History Month.

Apr 5, 2025

Stony Brook Bariatric Center named Best on Long Island for third consecutive year

Stony Brook Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center has earned the title of Best Bariatric Practice on Long Island for the third year running.

Apr 5, 2025

Smithtown Fire Department appoints Daniel Dongvort as new chief

On Thursday, April 3, the Smithtown Fire Department conducted a special meeting for its department and company elections.

Apr 4, 2025

Push on for Tier 6 Pension Reform

Fix Tier 6 is the rallying cry in Albany as Albany works through the legislative session.

Apr 4, 2025

Free Trees in the Town of Brookhaven

On Arbor Day (Friday, April 25), the Town of Brookhaven will hold its annual tree seedling, mulch, and compost giveaway in the South Parking Lot of Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville from 1:00-6:00 p.m.

Apr 4, 2025

Doctor sues New York homeowners' association for religious discrimination and harassment, seeks over $1 million in damages

A first responder and medical doctor is embroiled in a legal battle against his homeowners' association, alleging discrimination and harassment based on his religion.

Apr 4, 2025

Price Rite Marketplace accused of selling defective pressure cooker that caused severe burns

A lawsuit has been filed against PRRC, Inc., operating as Price Rite Marketplace of Bethlehem, alleging that products from its popular line of pressure cookers are unsafe.

Apr 4, 2025

Habitat for Humanity begins new home for the Rahman family in Bellport

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico and Housing and Community Development Commissioner Alison Karppi joined Habitat for Humanity of Suffolk for a "Wall Raising" ceremony on Davidson Avenue in Bellport.

Apr 4, 2025

Suffolk County Police Department Gets Slapped Hard on Another Second Amendment Case

The Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) received another blow against its pistol permit policies for violations of Suffolk County residents’ Second Amendment rights.

Apr 4, 2025

What's New at ESM Elementary Schools? Good Deeds and Greater History Appreciation

South Street School students of the Eastport-South Manor Central School District displayed kindness through a pair of noble collections last month.

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Education

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.


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Officials Urge Caution as Hurricane Erin Passes Offshore

Officials urge caution as Erin spins in the Atlantic.


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Thorne Bill Targets Predatory Fire-Damage Contractors

Worse than ambulance chasers are companies at fire scenes.