Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News

Stony Brook University Research & Innovation News


Oct 12, 2025

Adam Charboneau named inaugural SUNY Sustainability Faculty Fellow at Stony Brook

Adam Charboneau, a lecturer in sustainability studies at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), has been named one of the first State University of New York (SUNY) Sustainability Faculty Fellows.

Oct 12, 2025

Stony Brook University announces finalists for its 2025 Homecoming Court

Stony Brook University has announced the members of its 2025 Homecoming Court, continuing a tradition that began in 1984.

Oct 12, 2025

Grace Arnold shares award-winning biscuits through Stony Brook's Cooking from Home program

Grace Arnold, a first-year marine science major at Stony Brook University, introduced her award-winning biscuits to the campus community as part of the Cooking from Home program.

Oct 12, 2025

Stony Brook women’s basketball hosts fantasy camp for faculty and staff

Stony Brook University is inviting its faculty and staff to participate in a fantasy basketball camp hosted by the university’s women’s basketball team.

Oct 7, 2025

Stony Brook mechanical engineering professors receive national honors for research contributions

Two faculty members from Stony Brook University's Department of Mechanical Engineering, Jeff Ge and Shikui Chen, have been recognized by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) for their contributions to research in mechanical...

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.

Daily Feed

Sports

Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals

The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.


Sports

Ducks Have First Signing of 2026

The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.


Local

The King is Back in the South Shore Press

The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.