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Stony Brook University advances initiatives during International Year of Quantum
As the world commemorates a century of quantum mechanics, Stony Brook University is playing a significant role in advancing quantum science and technology.
Stony Brook University launches Trustee Scholarship for NY student leaders
Stony Brook University has introduced a new Trustee Scholarship to honor New York students for their community engagement and leadership.
Rabih Chaer named chief in Stony Brook's vascular division
The Stony Brook Medicine Department of Surgery has appointed Rabih Chaer, MD, as the new chief of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery and associate professor of surgery. Dr. Chaer transitions to this role from his previous position as chief of the...
Biochemistry major highlights creativity's role in experiential learning
Trinity Hausch, a junior in the WISE honors program at Stony Brook University, has been named the URECA researcher of the month for June.
Stony Brook professor Tamara Fernando awarded prestigious 2025 ACLS Fellowship
Tamara Fernando, an assistant professor in the Department of History at Stony Brook University, has been awarded a 2025 ACLS Fellowship.
Stony Brook University inventors receive new patents
The Office for Research and Innovation and Intellectual Property Partners (IPP) has announced the issuance of new patents to inventors at Stony Brook University.
Lav Varshney appointed inaugural director of Stony Brook's AI Innovation Institute
Stony Brook University has announced the appointment of Lav Varshney as the inaugural director of its Artificial Intelligence Innovation Institute (AI3).
New bioprinting method may enhance tissue engineering
A team of biomedical researchers, led by Michael Mak from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has developed a new bioprinting method called TRACE (Tunable Rapid Assembly of Collagenous Elements).
Stony Brook leaders emphasize universities' key role in drug development
A recent op-ed in STAT by Kevin Gardner and Michael Kinch from Stony Brook University emphasizes the significant role U.S. universities play in drug innovation.
William Floyd School District celebrates two assistant principals honored by CAS
Dr. TJ Heintz and Mrs. Jackie Cabrera, assistant principals in the William Floyd School District, have been named as Administrators of the Year for 2024-25 by the Council of Administrators and Supervisors (CAS).
Costco and Nice-Pak face class-action lawsuit over baby wipes marketing
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Costco Wholesale Corporation and Nice-Pak Products, Inc., alleging that the companies misled consumers about the safety and environmental claims of their baby wipes. The complaint centers on the marketing of Kirkland Signature Baby Wipes, which were advertised as “plastic-free” and made with “Naturally Derived Ingredients.”
Former 7-Eleven employee alleges discrimination and retaliation
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against a convenience store franchise in West Hempstead for racial discrimination and retaliatory dismissal following complaints about pay delays and workplace harassment based on national origin.
Former employee files workplace discrimination lawsuit against Atlantic Dialysis Management Services
A former dialysis technician has sued Atlantic Dialysis Management Services for fostering a hostile work environment filled with discrimination based on sexual orientation and retaliation leading up to wrongful termination.
Fudge manufacturer Calico Cottage sues Smucker over peanut butter recall losses
Calico Cottage Inc., a prominent fudge manufacturer based in New York, has taken legal action against J.M. Smucker Co., alleging negligence and strict liability after being forced into a costly product recall due to contaminated peanut butter...
Local schools announce 'Meet the Teacher' schedules
Monday, July 28, marks the beginning of a series of "Meet the Teacher" events across various schools.
Stony Brook unveils world's largest foldable video display wall
Stony Brook University has announced the completion of the FlexiCAVE, described as the world's largest flexible and dynamically reconfigurable high-resolution stereo display facility.
William Floyd High School wins grant for stormwater runoff project
A team of students from William Floyd High School has been awarded a grant by the Long Island Regional Planning Council.
Senior portrait scheduling announced for William Floyd High School Class of 2026
Greetings to the seniors and parents or guardians of William Floyd High School's Class of 2026.
National Inventors Hall documents Esther Takeuchi’s contributions at Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University recently hosted a film crew from the National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF) to document the work and legacy of Esther Takeuchi, a SUNY Distinguished Professor and William and Jane Knapp Chair in Energy and the Environment.
Where drivers found cheapest E85 gas across Suffolk County in week ending May 31
According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending May 31.
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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.
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."
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.