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Stony Brook names Jennifer Almquist as chief of staff to President Goldsmith
Jennifer Almquist has been appointed chief of staff to Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith, with her tenure beginning on August 18, 2025.
Stony Brook welcomes record class at Renaissance School of Medicine White Coat Ceremony
A group of 141 students officially began their medical training at the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) during the White Coat Ceremony held on August 8 at Stony Brook University’s Staller Center.
Stony Brook University Hospital rises into New York's top ten according to U.S. News
Stony Brook University Hospital has been named one of the top 10 hospitals in New York State for 2025-26 by U.S. News & World Report.
Andrea Goldsmith begins tenure as seventh president at Stony Brook University
Andrea Goldsmith, PhD, began her role as the seventh president of Stony Brook University on August 4, 2025.
Stony Brook professor receives lifetime achievement award from International Primatological Society
Stony Brook University Distinguished Service Professor Patricia Wright has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Primatological Society (IPS).
Stony Brook launches academy focused on inclusive leadership in STEMM fields
Stony Brook University, in partnership with the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science and the State University of New York (SUNY), has announced the launch of the SUNY Research Leadership Academy.
Stony Brook receives $1M grant from Gray Foundation for student scholarships
Stony Brook University has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Gray Foundation, aimed at supporting undergraduate students.
Study finds climate change delays shark migrations in North Atlantic
Certain migratory shark species in the North Atlantic may be delaying their migration south due to ocean warming, according to a study led by researchers at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).
Discovery reveals dinosaur wrist bones may have played role in evolution of flight
An important discovery has been made by researchers at Stony Brook University, led by Dr. James Napoli.
Study uncovers new insights into star-forming gases in galaxy M83
A recent study using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) Telescope has revealed significant findings about the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy M83.
Stony Brook pioneers new tech for bladder dysfunction diagnosis
Dr. Jason Kim and Dr. Steven Weissbart from the Women's Pelvic Health and Continence Center at Stony Brook University Hospital have conducted one of the first Glean Urodynamics procedures in the United States, marking a pioneering step on the East...
Study reveals long-term PTSD trends among World Trade Center responders
A recent study led by Stony Brook Medicine has analyzed the long-term effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in nearly 13,000 World Trade Center (WTC) responders over a period from July 2002 to December 2022.
Stony Brook contributes to groundbreaking research at Vera C. Rubin Observatory
Stony Brook University is actively participating in the work at the newly constructed Vera C. Rubin Observatory, located on Cerro Pachón in Chile.
Rubin Observatory unveils first high-definition images at Washington D.C. event
Stony Brook University researchers are gearing up to measure the universe using the newly built Vera C. Rubin Observatory, a collaborative project between the National Science Foundation and the Department of Energy.
Study suggests thalamus plays significant role beyond traditional relay functions
Research conducted by the University of Wisconsin – Madison and Stony Brook University has revealed a potentially expanded role for the thalamus in brain function.
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.
New bioprinting method may advance regenerative medicine
A team of researchers at Stony Brook University, led by Michael Mak, PhD, has introduced a new bioprinting method named TRACE (Tunable Rapid Assembly of Collagenous Elements).
Stony Brook appoints Lav Varshney as inaugural director of AI Innovation Institute
Stony Brook University has announced the appointment of Lav Varshney as the inaugural director of its Artificial Intelligence Innovation Institute (AI3).
Stony Brook University Hospital earns top national ranking for environmental excellence
Stony Brook University Hospital has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Hospitals in the United States for its commitment to environmental excellence.
Stony Brook University awards over 7,600 degrees at commencement ceremony
Today, Stony Brook University celebrated the graduation of over 7,600 students at LaValle Stadium.
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The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.