Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News

Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News


Oct 6, 2025

Stony Brook announces schedule for Wolfstock Homecoming Festival

Alumni, students, faculty, staff, and other members of the Stony Brook University community are invited to participate in Wolfstock, the university’s 44th annual Homecoming festival.

Oct 6, 2025

Stony Brook professor Rowan Ricardo Phillips discusses significance of poetry at Provost Spotlight Talk

Rowan Ricardo Phillips, a Presidential Professor and Distinguished Professor in the Department of English at Stony Brook University, was featured in the Provost Spotlight Talk on September 25.

Oct 6, 2025

Stony Brook hosts screening on rewilding as part of Science + Cinema series

More than 30 students and faculty at Stony Brook University attended a screening of the documentary “Escape from Extinction: Rewilding” on September 24.

Oct 3, 2025

Stony Brook Simons STEM Scholars complete Alda Center-led science communication training

The Stony Brook Simons STEM Scholars recently participated in a two-session science communication workshop led by the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science.

Oct 3, 2025

Stony Brook University awards $1.2M in seed grants to boost early-stage research

The Office for Research and Innovation at Stony Brook University has announced the recipients of its 2025 OVPR Seed Grant Program.

Oct 3, 2025

Stony Brook University partners with Dynamic Systems on ultra-high temperature testing system

Dynamic Systems Inc. (DSI), a subsidiary of Vishay Precision Group Inc., and Stony Brook University have begun a beta evaluation of DSI’s Ultra-High Temperature Ceramic and Composite (UHTC) testing system.

Oct 1, 2025

Climate Tech Fellows present innovations at inaugural showcase on Governors Island

The New York Climate Exchange held its first Climate Tech Showcase on September 24, featuring eight fellows from its university partner network.

Oct 1, 2025

Stony Brook physical therapy faculty earn international certification in healthcare simulation

Two faculty members from Stony Brook University’s Department of Physical Therapy have received the Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) credential, an internationally recognized certification in healthcare simulation education.

Sep 30, 2025

Stony Brook hosts CommUniversity Day open house featuring science exhibits and community engagement

Stony Brook University hosted its annual CommUniversity Day on September 27, drawing 3,300 visitors to the campus.

Sep 29, 2025

President Andrea Goldsmith outlines vision for growth at first State of University Address

Andrea Goldsmith, president of Stony Brook University, delivered her first State of the University Address on September 29 at the Staller Center Main Stage.

Sep 27, 2025

Stony Brook University highlights contributions during National Postdoc Appreciation Week

The Graduate School and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at Stony Brook University observed National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) from September 15 to 19, highlighting the work of postdoctoral scholars within the university and their impact on...

Sep 27, 2025

Stony Brook receives $5.3 million NIH grant for physician-scientist training

The Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University has secured a five-year, $5.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support its Medical Science Training Program (MSTP).

Sep 27, 2025

Sarah Jourdain appointed executive director to lead Stony Brook's teacher education

Stony Brook University has named Sarah Jourdain as the first executive director of teacher education.

Sep 27, 2025

Wolfieland carnival draws record attendance at Stony Brook University

The annual Wolfieland carnival returned to Stony Brook University on September 20, drawing large crowds of students to the Student Activities Center parking lot.

Sep 27, 2025

Colvin Center hosts Cambodian and Slovakian scholars through international fellowship

The Marie Colvin Center for International Reporting at the School of Communication and Journalism will host two visiting fellows this fall as part of an international program aimed at enhancing media, communications, and leadership skills.

Sep 27, 2025

Oprah Winfrey features Stony Brook University’s Carl Safina on podcast about animal emotions

Carl Safina, an ecologist and conservationist who holds the Endowed Research Chair for Nature and Humanity at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, appeared as a guest on The Oprah Podcast to discuss whether dogs...

Sep 26, 2025

SUNY launches Research Leadership Academy at Stony Brook focused on science communication

Stony Brook University hosted the first session of the SUNY Research Leadership Academy, a new year-long program aimed at improving science communication and public engagement among faculty across the State University of New York (SUNY) system.

Sep 25, 2025

Stony Brook sets new records for applications and enrollment

Stony Brook University has reported record-breaking application and enrollment numbers for the 2025 academic year.

Sep 25, 2025

Scientists launch airborne mission to study New York City’s air quality

Scientists from several universities, led by John Mak of Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), have launched a major airborne study to examine air quality above New York City.

Sep 25, 2025

Stony Brook University researchers outline keys to sustainable funding for marine protected areas

Researchers at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) have published a study examining how marine protected areas (MPAs) can achieve financial sustainability to support conservation worldwide.

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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.


Sports

Port Jefferson makes new coaching hires

The Port Jefferson School District has announced they will have an exciting lineup of new varsity head coaches for the 2025–26 school year. These educators bring championship experience, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to student-athlete growth.


Sports

Virus cancel Center Moriches vs. Miller Place

Center Moriches High School was forced to forfeit its football game last week after several players contracted the contagious Coxsackievirus, while others were sidelined due to injury, ineligibility, or personal reasons, according to school officials.